Fire Safety Engineer

A Project Fire Safety Engineer at CTEH is responsible for a skillset expansion of the Applied Science Group (ASG) Program in the disciplines of fire science, fire safety, and engineering principles. This position resides within the ER Sciences Division of the Emergency Response (ER) department structure. Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) applies science and engineering principles to protect both people and the environment from hazards of fire. The CTEH Project Fire Safety Engineer will utilize FPE methods to protect workers in both emergency and non-emergency environments where exposure risk to fire-related hazards is present. This position will provide technical direction, focused mainly on fire science, safety engineering, process safety, data management/analysis, code compliance, incident analysis/investigation, and risk mitigation for emergency response, as well as other exposure-related projects. This position will also provide technical support to other internal CTEH divisions, including internal professional development and growth of ASG supporting scientists. This candidate must have a strong understanding of fire science, fire protection engineering, process safety principles & practices, and be able to implement strategies to protect workers during emergencies involving fire and process-related hazards. The Project Fire Safety Engineer will maintain readiness to support client needs for emergency response which may include frequent travel on short notice. This position reports to Principal/Senior Exposure Scientist of ASG. Job Type: Full Time Salary: Commensurate with Experience ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE Develop and implement fire protection engineering strategies designed to reduce occupational exposure for emergency response and non-emergency projects; Integration of fire risk assessments into safety protocols; Computational Fluid Dynamic, fire protection, process safety modeling; Establish robust data management systems for tracking, reporting, and analyzing project progress, exposure data, and safety metrics; Ability to identify potential hazards & develop, design, and implement effective safety systems, protocols, and strategies to mitigate risk; Revenue management of ASG projects and internal project growth goals, annually; Project-based technical development and mentorship of supporting scientists within CTEH; Revenue management through direct client interaction and prescriptive solutions both in ER and non-ER projects; Participation in external training, content creation, litigation, and sophisticated hazard/exposure scenarios; Able to deliver professional presentations at conferences/public forums & participate in ASG research & publications; Business development both within ER and scopes of work outside of ER; Performs such other duties as assigned. OTHER DESIRED COMPETENCIES Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a matrix reporting structure. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Working knowledge of industry regulations. Ability to respond in a timely manner to all communications from his/her supervisor. Ability to work in hazardous and adverse conditions while making difficult decisions in an emergency setting. Past leadership roles and personnel supervisor experience required. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions. Proficient verbal and written communication skills in the English language. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in fire protection engineering or fire safety sciences; Advanced computer skills, including fire/fluid dynamic modeling, data/statistical analysis, and graphics/illustration; Working towards eligibility to sit for Professional Engineer Exam/Certification, and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist; Recommend 4-5 years of experience in fire protection engineering or applicable fire safety disciplines; CERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Preferred: Recognized Professional Certifications associated with Fire Protection Engineering skillset; Ability to obtain DISA clearance; Ability to obtain TWIC clearance; Current driver’s license; Ability to obtain a passport; Completion of all job specific OSHA training PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, and walking Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds Bending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawling Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary Keyboarding/typing Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or a paper copy Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Travel may be frequent, unscheduled, and for extended periods of time Ability to drive non-commercial vehicles WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency response; Works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions; May occasionally work extended shifts; Encounter environments presenting physical hazards of uneven ground, standing water, ditches, dusty conditions, rapidly moving transportation and remediation equipment, and physical stress associated with the wear of personal protective equipment; May work at altitudes greater than 5000 feet above sea level; May work on land, sea, or air; May work in a setting with potential physical and chemical hazards; and may include frequent, extended travel. Our Mission CTEH empowers extraordinary teams of experts to help companies, governments, and communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from threats to their environment and people. We apply the brightest minds, state-of-the-art science and technology, and conclusive data to resolve complex health, safety, environmental, toxicological, and management challenges. Our experience enables us to manage complex situations better than anyone else CTEH is committed to being an inclusive workplace Montrose is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can read more about EEO here or view the EEO Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email hrcorp@montrose-env.com. 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