Job Information
Actalent Fire Protection Engineer in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Job Title: Fire Protection Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Forensic Fire Protection Engineer to join our team. This role involves reporting to the Senior Fire Protection Project Manager and working closely with our Senior Fire Protection Engineer. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for conducting loss investigations where a fire protection system, fire spread, or fire code issues are involved. The role demands a thorough examination of available evidence to determine the cause of a fire protection system failure, possibly the cause and origin of a fire, and factors contributing to the spread of fire. Additionally, you will be required to evaluate the performance of fire protection systems during a fire event. The ability to develop opinions and conclusions based on NFPA 921, the Scientific Method, engineering principles, and sound engineering judgment backed by appropriate experience is crucial.
Hard Skills
Conducting loss investigations
Examining evidence to determine fire protection system failures
Evaluating fire protection system performance
Applying NFPA 921, the Scientific Method, engineering principles
Soft Skills
Sound engineering judgment
Ability to develop well-founded opinions and conclusions
Job Type
This is a permanent position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Work Environment
Our offices are located in the metro area and there are 2 offices. We are a fully in-office company and the expectation is to be on-site 5 days a week unless the role offers remote flexibility. This position does offer flexibility as travel is required and it involves more independent work, including assessing sites and writing documentation. The recruitment process includes a 2-3 round interview, which includes a phone screen with HR, a virtual meeting with department managers, and a final in-person tour. An offer will be extended shortly after the final stage.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.