Associate Engineer - Fire Protection

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• →Education: Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• →Experience: 0-1 plus years of experience in fire protection engineering design and project management.
• →Technical Skills: Proficiency in hydraulic calculation software (e.g., AutoSPRINK, SprinkCAD), AutoCAD, and other relevant design tools.
• →Knowledge: Working knowledge of NFPA standards (NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, NFPA 72, etc.), International Building Code (IBC), and other applicable codes and regulations.
• →Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and employees.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• 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.  International travel may be required.

This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for transporting documents, equipment, and other materials as needed. The role involves extended periods standing, walking and/or of sitting while working at a computer. Frequent movement between the construction trailer and various areas of the construction site is necessary.

The position is based at the construction job site (trailer office).  Even though the exposure of hazardous work conditions would be minimal, the employee may be required to visit the work area of the jobsite and thus be exposed to some typical work hazards that may be present on a construction site, such as dust, moving machineries, weather, caustic chemicals, noise etc. UIS would provide the required safety protection to ensure the safety of UIS employees and comply with all OSHA standards.

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.