Fire Protection Engineer
colby servicesPortland (ME)
$120,000 - $150,000 per year
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colby servicesPortland (ME)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$120,000 - $150,000 per year
About the role
Colby Co. is a midsize multi-discipline design firm founded in 2008 that specializes in mechanical, electrical, fire protection, structural, civil and architecture. Eighty employees strong, Colby Co. is noted for its commitment to technical and service excellence in a fun, flexible, rigorous work environment. Located in the vibrant small city of Portland, Maine, Colby Co. offers a balance of opportunities for working and living well. Colby Co. has been named to the "Best Places to Work in Maine" list consecutively for the last eight years, and as an "Emerging Professional Friendly Firm" by the New England Chapter of AIA for the last three years. We currently have an opening for a Fire Protection Engineer with 3+ years of building and industrial experience in a consulting engineering design firm setting. We are looking for an engineer who can perform a broad range of fire protection engineering designs including building and life safety code analysis, fire protection (fire alarm, sprinkler and special hazard systems) and mass notification on commercial, institutional, and industrial projects. The successful candidate will bring a deep, successful track record of design, quality control and construction administration. In addition to an outstanding technical skillset, they will be a quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver who is accustomed to working in fluid teams on tight deadlines. This position is a part of the MEP Engineering Department which is comprised of fire protection, mechanical and electrical engineers. Additionally, Colby Co. offers structural, civil engineering, and architecture with our in-house staff. Projects range in size from $50,000 to $90M in construction value for State, Federal, Industrial and Commercial clients. Desired traits: Experience with Life Safety Code Consulting, Performance Based Design, and Fire Protection System DesignStrong knowledge of building systems, including how Fire Protection Systems coordinate with other Building Systems Successful completion of the FE examPE License a plusExperience with AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other modeling software a plusExperience with AutoCAD and/or Revit a plus Sustainable design experience a plus
Compensation:
- Base Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000 annually
- The final salary will be based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, licensure, and overall fit for the position.
- This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Colby Co.'s comprehensive benefits package
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employer-funded health savings benefits and affordable family plan options
- Company-paid life insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage 401(k) with company match and low-cost investment options
- Paid parental leave
- Access to company vehicles for personal use
- Free parking in downtown Portland
- Maine National Parks Pass
- Reimbursement for sporting and wellness activities
- Paid volunteer time
- Educational reimbursement
- Summer hours
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and flex time
- Remote work flexibility
- Company outings and events
Colby Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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