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Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Fire Protection Engineer - M.S./Ph.D

Building Services EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$115k - $135k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Ph.D. in Fire Protection Engineering or a Master of Science plus 3–5 years of work experience related to Fire Protection Engineering is required.
  • A strong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Hands-on experience executing experimental programs is required.
  • The candidate must have a strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside their direct area of expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systems.
  • Review fire protection codes and standards.
  • Conduct laboratory assessments of material flammability.
  • Plan and execute experimental test programs.
  • Perform engineering calculations and analysis.
  • Conduct fieldwork.
  • Prepare proposals and technical reports, and present findings to clients.
  • Participate in and lead investigations and analyses of failures involving structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes, combustion systems, consumer products, appliances, and automobiles.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance is a plus.
  • Prior experience with prescriptive and/or performance-based analysis and application of National Fire Protection Association and International Code Council codes and standards is preferred.

About the Company

Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Exponent is a consulting firm that applies scientific and engineering expertise to help businesses, communities, and individuals solve complex problems and navigate change. Its team of over 950 consultants works across many industries and regions, offering multidisciplinary analysis and testing methods to develop actionable solutions. Revenue comes from fees for consulting services, tied to the ability to attract and retain clients and deliver effective results. Exponent differentiates itself through broad, cross-disciplinary capabilities, state-of-the-art testing, and a focus on technically solid, practically applicable outcomes. The company’s goal is to help clients address difficult challenges with rigorous, evidence-based guidance and to support them as they adapt to changing circumstances.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Fishers, IN
Founded
1967

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