Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Core
Designing, inspecting, and managing fire protection systems and disaster prevention strategies for manufacturing and non-manufacturing operations.
Role type
Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Builds
Fire detection equipment, alarm systems, fire extinguishing devices, and comprehensive disaster prevention governance.
Domain
Manufacturing safety, fire protection engineering, regulatory compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
sprinkler design, hydraulics calculation, blueprint interpretation, NFPA/OSHA/FM standards knowledge, audit techniques, root cause analysis, stakeholder management, training development, risk assessment, machine safety validation
Preferred skills
PE certification, experience with European Equipment Directives, ability to influence national standards setting, expertise in emerging fire prevention technologies
Technologies
NFPA codes, OSHA regulations, FM standards, PDCA management systems, hydraulic systems, fire detection and alarm systems
Responsibilities
Develop fire protection specifications for operations; design fire detection and extinguishing systems; inspect buildings and new designs for compliance; advise architects and builders on fire prevention; conduct disaster prevention audits; lead third-party contractor management; interpret codes and regulations; develop and deliver training programs; participate in disaster prevention governance committees.
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution