FPSG is looking for a Fire Protection Engineering Manager for our Clinton, TN headquarters. The job is to lead and develop a growing engineering department for a specialty fire protection contractor performing (primarily) nuclear work to ASME NQA-1 standards.

FPSG’s primary focus is NFPA 770 Hybrid Fire Extinguishing Systems for a wide range of demanding applications ranging from Plutonium gloveboxes to hydroelectric turbines to subterranean nuclear facilities, including commercial grade dedication of the associated components and materials. The maturation of hybrid technology coincident with the discontinuation of various clean agents has provided tremendous opportunities for growth.

The successful candidate for this position will need to be compatible with FPSG’s company ethos – which depends heavily on the initiative, teamwork, creativity and participation of all our employees – and understand that this is NOT a 40 hour per week job. That being said, we pride ourselves on the team atmosphere we have built. We believe that a positive, collaborative working environment not only fuels the creativity and drive necessary for our collective success, but does so in a manner that fosters individual learning, professional growth and a healthy work/life balance. This is a “ground floor” opportunity for the right person, with unlimited growth potential.

Prerequisites:

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• PE license in Fire Protection is required.
• Nuclear fire protection experience (Naval Reactors, DOE or Commercial Nuclear) is strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills are required.
• Expert familiarity with DOE O 420.1C, DOE STD 1066-2016, NFPA, IBC is required.
• Working knowledge of all NFPA codes and standards including NFPA 13, 14, 11, 15, 16, 20, 22, 24, 25, 2001, 70, 72, 750, 770, DOE STD 1066 and AGS is required.
• AutoCad proficiency is required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency is required.
• Demonstrated organizational skills /prior management experience required; 8 years of fire protection consulting/engineering/project management experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision, based on oral and written instructions; strong attention to detail and ability to effectively meet deadlines is required.
• Experience with industry QA/QC processes, including familiarity with ASME NQA-1, is required.
• A high degree of initiative, flexibility, and resourcefulness and ability to effectively meet deadlines is required.
• NICET certification in fire alarms, sprinklers &/or special hazards systems is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, and oversee diverse engineering activities including plan/specification reviews, site surveys, system inspections, design basis development/identification, fire suppression system design, fire alarm system design, releasing system design, drafting, develop technical specifications, project execution, system commissioning and training.

• Visit construction sites or travel with overnight stays (US travel only).

• Conduct Fire Protection Engineering studies/evaluations, fire hazards analyses, and complex calculations.

• Review and prepare design submittals, RFI’s, waiver & equivalency requests, etc.

• Interpret and apply local, state, and federal requirements, regulations and standards relative to all aspects of fire protection, including special hazards and nuclear.

• Develop and implement CAD standards.

• Oversee development of standardized fabrication drawings and specifications.

• Mentor and facilitate professional development for engineering staff.

• Maintain professional qualifications/licensure as required.

• Accountable for production of accurate technical and contract documentation for complex construction project.
• Accountable for ire alarm/electrical design activities, including consultant design activities, technical accuracy, cost controls, budget, reporting, and timeliness of all assigned projects,; develop Contract Progress Schedules and handle related client communications.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Medical HMO
• 401(k) Plan with immediate vesting and company matching
• Discretionary Bonuses
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Training and Educational Opportunities

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience.