Fire Prevention Engineer jobs in Charleston, SC

Description

Newcomb & Boyd, a multi-discipline engineering firm in Charleston, South Carolina is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer.

For 100 years, we have been designing innovative systems that bring buildings to life. Our projects positively impact society, from research labs to cure infectious and chronic diseases to smart classrooms to inspire today’s scholars and tomorrow’s leaders. We are known for our sustainable and intelligent approach to design as we develop award-winning solutions for Fortune 500 companies, top healthcare systems, and leading universities.

At Newcomb & Boyd, we value the highest technical competencies, a team-first mentality, excellent communication skills, and a self-driven work ethic. We offer ample opportunities for professional growth, as evidenced by industry-low turnover.

Responsibilities

• Design fire suppression and fire alarm systems
• Prepare 2- and 3-dimensional construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit
• Coordinate design efforts working closely with our in-house disciplines, architectural clients, and building owners

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess a solid technical base with desire to learn, lead, and grow into Senior Engineer and Project Management positions
• Demonstrate proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Prioritize effectively, has good follow-through, and practiced self-implemented quality control measures
• Ability to communicate well in writing, as well as verbally

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degreein Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering
• EITpreferred.
• Two to Four (2-4)experience in the consulting business, including water-based extinguishing systems, fire alarm and mass notification, smoke control, and special hazards systems
• Previous leadership experience strongly preferred

Be a Part of Our Team

In addition to fire protection services, Newcomb & Boyd caters to the needs of clients and owners through the integration of additional services including mechanical and electrical engineering, acoustics, audio-visual, communications, commissioning, building automation, theatre systems, security, and lighting design. Our portfolio comprises work across many market sectors, including aviation, civic & cultural, corporate, government, health care, academic, science & technology, and sports.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work schedule, 401(k) plan with company match, employee and family social events, health and fitness programs, and many additional benefits. We believe our purpose is to provide engineering solutions to shape the world. Come shape the world with us.

Newcomb & Boyd is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Newcomb & Boyd is an affirmative action employer and ensures that all applicants and employees are treated fairly in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention and compensation.

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