Fire Protection Mechanical Engineer

Overview

You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.

When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage-helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.

This Fire Protection Engineer will support the design, BIM modeling, coordination, and delivery of fire protection systems for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this Engineer applies fire protection engineering principles, BIM/Revit tools, and applicable codes and standards to produce quality design solutions and construction documents.

This role combines Fire Protection Engineering fundamentals with strong BIM/Revit modeling capabilities, serving as a technical contributor responsible for developing coordinated fire protection designs, supporting engineering calculations, and progressing toward independent project execution and technical leadership

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• Develop fire protection designs, drawing packages and construction documents for sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, water tanks, fire hydrants, hose stations, and underground fire water systems under supervision.
• Create and coordinate Fire Protection BIM models in Revit, including pipe routing, equipment layouts, schedules, and multidisciplinary model coordination.
• Perform clash detection and support BIM coordination activities with Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Process disciplines.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for hose station systems and assist with sprinkler and seismic brace calculations.
• Apply NFPA, NOM, clients, and project standards to design activities.
• Assist with site visits, field surveys, material take-offs, bidding support, and project documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers, maintain project logs, and contribute to technical training and study groups.
• May participate in client coordination meetings and support project execution efforts.
• May conduct site visits, field surveys and existing condition assessments.
• Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.
• May write portions of specifications and assist in preparing design and construction cost estimates.
• Job may require use of AI or similar digital technology to perform the job function

Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electromechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 or more years of direct experience in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Design, BIM Modeling, or related field
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal) required.
• Knowledge of basic fire protection design principles, including automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems
• Knowledge of NFPA 10, NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NOM-002 and NOM-026 requriments.
• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, and ELectrical drawings.
• Understanding of fire protection systems and construction documentation 
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering enviroments.
• Minumum experience using computer-aided design and/or BIM required for the fire protection system design (AutoCAD and Revit).
• Travel required 

What We Bring:

• Superior benefits such as Major and Minor medical expenses insurance, Telemedicine 24/7, Dental and Visual insurance (Family Plan), Life insurance, 20 Days for Christmas Bonus, Food Coupons and others.
• We believe in investing in our employees’ professional development and career growth. Our size and growth trajectory allow us to offer opportunities at all stages of your career that many smaller firms struggle to provide.
• Here’s what you can expect:
• Career Development
• Training and Education
• Ownership Opportunities
• Innovative Projects
• Best Technology in Design

Additional Perks Offered:

• Hybrid Work Model, flexibility to work from home, allowing for a better work-life balance. Available after introductory period.
• A collaborative and supportive culture, where you will be encouraged to bring new ideas and interact with our people in Mexico, US and India.
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will experience exciting projects from start to finish and interface directly with some of the most forward-thinking clients in the world.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art technology will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge, enhancing your professional growth.
• SSOE Employees Clubs. Participation in various type of activities to foster a sense of community: volunteering, family and holiday events, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.
• Recognition and Rewards, the company values its employees’ contributions and regularly recognizes and rewards their hard work through attractive incentives.

SSOE – The Best of Both Worlds

SSOE provides a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, combining the expertise and viewpoints from our discipline leaders to more innovative and well-rounded solutions, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You will have regular interaction with an international team, that fosters better communication skills and understanding of different cultures, which is crucial for effective communication. 

Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics:

• 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years. 
• 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.