Fire Protection Designer (Entry-Level, EIT)
Stantec Consulting International Ltd., Houston, TX, United States
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity As an Entry-Level Fire Protection Designer, you will support the design, analysis, and documentation of fire protection and life safety systems for a variety of building types. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to deliver code-compliant, high-quality solutions across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, and science & technology.
This role provides hands‑on experience across all phases of project delivery—from conceptual design through construction administration—while building the foundation for professional licensure (PE).
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design and layout of fire protection systems including fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and clean agent suppression systems
Perform basic engineering calculations including hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, and system flow analysis
Support development of construction documents, drawings, and specifications using Revit/BIM
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, architectural) to coordinate system integration and routing
Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with design intent, codes, and project specifications
Assist with building and fire code analysis, including application of NFPA standards and life safety requirements
Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress
Support preparation of reports, technical documentation, and design narratives
Assist with project coordination, scheduling, and communication with internal teams and external partners
Contribute to quality control processes and uphold Stantec’s standards for technical excellence and safety
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic understanding of fire protection engineering principles, fluid dynamics, and system design
Familiarity with NFPA codes and standards and life safety design concepts
Proficiency in Revit (required); AutoCAD and BIM experience is a plus
Exposure to fire modeling tools (e.g., FDS, CFAST, Pathfinder) is a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to producing high‑quality work
Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
Eagerness to learn, grow, and pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering (preferred), Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited program
0–2 years of experience in fire protection, plumbing, or building systems design (internship experience preferred)
Exposure to building systems design, code analysis, or consulting engineering environments is a plus
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity As an Entry-Level Fire Protection Designer, you will support the design, analysis, and documentation of fire protection and life safety systems for a variety of building types. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to deliver code-compliant, high-quality solutions across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, and science & technology.
This role provides hands‑on experience across all phases of project delivery—from conceptual design through construction administration—while building the foundation for professional licensure (PE).
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design and layout of fire protection systems including fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and clean agent suppression systems
Perform basic engineering calculations including hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, and system flow analysis
Support development of construction documents, drawings, and specifications using Revit/BIM
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, architectural) to coordinate system integration and routing
Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with design intent, codes, and project specifications
Assist with building and fire code analysis, including application of NFPA standards and life safety requirements
Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress
Support preparation of reports, technical documentation, and design narratives
Assist with project coordination, scheduling, and communication with internal teams and external partners
Contribute to quality control processes and uphold Stantec’s standards for technical excellence and safety
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic understanding of fire protection engineering principles, fluid dynamics, and system design
Familiarity with NFPA codes and standards and life safety design concepts
Proficiency in Revit (required); AutoCAD and BIM experience is a plus
Exposure to fire modeling tools (e.g., FDS, CFAST, Pathfinder) is a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to producing high‑quality work
Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
Eagerness to learn, grow, and pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering (preferred), Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited program
0–2 years of experience in fire protection, plumbing, or building systems design (internship experience preferred)
Exposure to building systems design, code analysis, or consulting engineering environments is a plus
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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