Associate Engineer - Fire Protection

• →Assist in organizing and reviewing drawings, specifications, and related documentation for fire protection systems.
• →Support hydraulic calculations and system performance verification to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• →Assist in selecting appropriate fire protection equipment and materials based on project requirements and budget.
• →Participate in fire hazard and risk assessments and learn to identify potential fire safety concerns.
• →Learn and develop familiarity with fire protection technologies, applicable codes, and industry standards.

• →Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Assist in ensuring that fire protection designs and installations comply with applicable local, state, and national codes (e.g., NFPA, IBC, IFC).
• Support the review of architectural and engineering drawings to help identify and address fire safety concerns.
• Learn and maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and revisions.

• Assist in coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Support preparation of proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Assist in coordinating fire protection system installations.
• Participate in site inspections.
• Assist in preparing reports and documentation.

• Assist in communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and presentations.
• Support providing technical assistance to clients, contractors, and team members.
• Contribute to a collaborative and productive team environment.

• OSHA 30 Certificate.
• NICET certification in fire protection systems.
• NFPA 70E Training
• Spanish and Mandarin Chinese skills 
• CPR/ First Aid Trained preferred.

• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.

• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.

UIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status. Or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.