Hazardous Materials Code Consultant

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Hazardous Materials Code Consultant to join our Mid-Atlantic Team with offices in Maryland and Virginia. We are open to other locations and remote work for candidates with demonstrated experience and capability. A successful candidate will demonstrate ability to perform or direct engineering consulting services pertaining to hazardous materials use and storage. We are seeking applications from candidates at the mid-level or senior-level career stage. This market segment is a key growth area for our company and offers opportunities for increasing industry engagement, business development and mentorship of emerging professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare or lead the development of hazardous materials inventory statements, management plans, and other documentation to meet code, regulatory, or insurance requirements.
• Conduct fire hazard analyses (FHAs) for high-hazard and/or high-value industrial and manufacturing facilities not well addressed by prescriptive code solutions
• Collaborate closely with clients, architects, multidisciplinary engineering teams, and code officials to assess project feasibility and develop conceptual designs for facilities using, storing, or generating chemicals.
• Partner with Jensen Hughes’ fire and life safety system experts to establish design criteria for tailored protection systems.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of tools and methodologies that enhance team effectiveness and project outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and knowledge-sharing support to colleagues, including onboarding of new team members.
• Engage in business development activities to strengthen existing relationships and cultivate new opportunities, while supporting the execution of strategic business plans.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop technical reports, client communications, and presentations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of professional experience.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% based on project needs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects while collaborating effectively across diverse teams and geographies.
• In-depth understanding of applicable engineering principles, building and fire codes, and standards related to hazardous materials, such as:
• International Building Code (IBC) and International Fire Code (IFC)
• NFPA standards related to hazardous materials (e.g., NFPA 1, 30, 55, and 400)
• Insurance carrier guidelines such as FM Global Datasheets
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in chemical engineering, fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications, such as:
• Professional Engineer (PE/P.Eng.)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Institute of Safety and Health Management (ISHM), or equivalent
• Familiarity with U.S. federal regulations and standards related to hazardous materials, including those from DOT, OSHA, and EPA.
  
  

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.

Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the positions.”

National Pay Range

$125,000—$145,000 USD

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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• Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements
  
  

Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.