Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and developing quality employee careers. We are seeking the very best and most talented to join our team - help us take on challenges, develop vision solutions, and innovate and design the infrastructure of the future that will transform the world!

We are currently seeking an Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer with 0-4 years of experience to join our team in our Fairfax, VA office.

Responsibilities:

The Fire Protection Engineer would be presented with the following tasks under direct supervision of senior staff:

• Fire protection systems design and specification.
• Fire alarm and mass notification systems design and specification.
• Life safety and building code analysis and consulting.
• Smoke control systems design.
• Development of performance-based life safety and fire protection features.
• Contract shop submittal review and field inspections.
• The engineer would also be asked to interface with clients, engineers, and architects of varying technical abilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an ABET accredited program (Master degree preferred)
• 0 - 4 years of relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge of building and NFPA codes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Willingness to learn CAD software such as AutoCAD, Microstation and Revit.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate level of security clearance (required) for some positions.
• Willingness to take part in light travel.
• EIT or PE license in the state of Maryland preferred

Required Submissions:

• Resume
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to careers@wrallp.com

Benefits:

• WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

*** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***

Position # 3100

#LI - Entry Level #LI - Onsite

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