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Fire Protection Engineer

Genesis10

Arlington, VA 22201 • 10/30/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for a long-term contract position with a Global Professional Services Firm located in Arlington, VA.

This role involves acting as the Designer of Record for fire protection design projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from information gathering and design to construction administration, while also mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as the Designer of Record (DOR) for Fire Protection design projects including schedule, budget, delegation of work, quality control, and sealing/stamping construction drawings
  • Gather information, interview stakeholders, perform calculations, and prepare original rough layouts and sketches
  • Present findings and outcomes to clients and other stakeholders
  • Perform designs for fire sprinkler, suppression, and fire alarm system layout using hydraulic calculation programs and knowledge of ICC, NFPA, International Building and Fire Codes
  • Perform product research and assist project designers with materials selection and system research
  • Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks, including managing documents, RFI's and Change Orders
  • Provide staffing development and mentoring for junior staff
  • Provide project quality control reviews at project milestones

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Safety Technology or a related field
  • At least 4 years of Fire Protection design experience
  • Proficiency in REVIT
  • Overseas & US based travel may be required

Desired skills:

  • Previous DoD experience, basic competency with Federal energy standards, Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) and other Government requirements
  • Design Build experience and DBIA certification
  • Clearance or ability to secure a clearance
  • PE in any US State, having passed the fire protection engineering examination
Pay Range:up to $82.00per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/.

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.