Full-Time

Design Engineer

Posted on 11/18/2025

Deadline 9/19/26
Encore Fire Protection

Encore Fire Protection

201-500 employees

Fire protection design, installation, testing, maintenance.

No salary listed

Lewiston, ME, USA

In Person

Must travel to job sites and building departments around Maine; on-site work required.

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • Working knowledge of SprinkCAD
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural & mechanical engineering drawings/blueprints
  • Willingness to go to construction sites and complete surveys to identify possible code issues and apply solutions
  • Strong desire to work in a team setting
  • Effective communication skills both written and verbal
  • 3-5 years of fire sprinkler system design experience
  • Basic knowledge of HydraCAD a plus but not required
  • Driver's license and access to reliable transportation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a non-negotiable must as well as an overall aptitude for embracing new technology
  • Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a team environment
  • The position requires above average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time
  • Experience and/or education in the construction industry is preferred but if you don’t have that, all we ask is for you to show up with a positive, "can-do" attitude, and genuine interest in learning our industry
Responsibilities
  • Prepare fire protection design drawings using SprinkCAD with HydraCAD overlay
  • Perform field surveys on active construction sites
  • Attend project management meetings (off-site if necessary) to facilitate project completion in consideration of timeline and budget
  • Develop 2- and 3-dimensional plans for fire sprinkler systems
Desired Qualifications
  • Basic knowledge of HydraCAD a plus but not required
  • Experience and/or education in the construction industry is preferred
Encore Fire Protection

Encore Fire Protection

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Encore Fire Protection offers design, installation, testing, inspection, and ongoing maintenance of fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression systems for commercial buildings. Its product is an end-to-end service package that covers the entire lifecycle of fire protection systems, making it a single-source provider for facility owners. The company differentiates itself by building a large regional footprint across the Northeastern United States through hiring skilled personnel and acquiring local fire protection businesses, creating a centralized, recurring-revenue service model. Encore’s goal is to become the leading fire protection services provider in its region by consolidating a fragmented market and delivering dependable, continuous service—evidenced by its 2025 acquisition by Permira as validation of its growth and consolidation strategy.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.8B

Headquarters

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Permira's $1.8B acquisition in February 2025 validates consolidation strategy.
  • 9x EBITDA growth under LLCP from 2021-2025 proves scalable roll-up model.
  • Recurring revenue from mission-critical services ensures predictable cash flows.

What critics are saying

  • Permira's integration failures fragment operations within 12-24 months.
  • Key personnel loss halts M&A momentum in 6-18 months.
  • Cost-cutting degrades technician retention and service quality in 12-24 months.

What makes Encore Fire Protection unique

  • Encore provides end-to-end fire safety services across alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems.
  • Completed 70+ acquisitions to dominate Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast markets.
  • Serves 90,000+ customers with 1,200 certified technicians in 17 states.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Company News

Town of Norton MA
Apr 14th, 2025
Fire Sprinkler Flow Test - Monday, April 14, 2025 at 8 AM - 151-226 Godfrey Dr

On 4/14/25, beginning at 8 AM, there will be a Fire Sprinkler Flow Test conducted by Encore Fire Protection at 151-226 Godfrey Drive for Annual Sprinkler Inspection.

HR Today
Mar 14th, 2025
Surya Shekhar De Appointed as Head - Performance, Rewards, Talent Management, HR Analytics, and Employee Experience at Bandhan Bank

Ashley Somyk has been promoted to Vice President of Talent at Encore Fire Protection, where she will lead workforce development, recruitment, and employee engagement.

HR Today
Mar 14th, 2025
Ashley Somyk Appointed as Vice President of Talent at Encore Fire Protection

Providence, Rhode Island, United States, March 2025 - Encore Fire Protection has appointed Ashley Somyk as Vice President of Talent, recognizing her leadership in talent acquisition, culture development, and workforce strategy.

Bloomberg L.P.
Feb 6th, 2025
Permira Said to Buy Encore Fire Protection in $1.8 Billion Deal

Permira has agreed to acquire Encore Fire Protection for about $1.8 billion including debt, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

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