Remote Fire Engineer – Work From Home Worldwide – Design Life-Saving Systems Without the Commute

Are you a detail-driven Fire Engineer ready to protect people and property from anywhere on the planet? This fully remote role lets you lead cutting-edge fire protection design while enjoying the freedom of working from home.

About the Role

As a Remote Fire Engineer at Apex Safety Solutions, you will own the development of fire detection, suppression, and life-safety systems for commercial and industrial projects across the globe. You will collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and code officials through virtual platforms to deliver compliant, innovative designs. This is a 100% remote position—no office visits, no relocation, just impactful engineering from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fire hazard analyses and risk assessments for diverse building types.
• Design sprinkler, alarm, and smoke control systems using Revit and AutoSPRINK.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, IBC, and local authority requirements.
• Review contractor submittals and provide remote technical support during installation.

Requirements

We are looking for a licensed or eligible-for-licensure Fire Engineer with proven remote-work discipline. You should be comfortable managing your own schedule across time zones while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in fire systems design or code consulting.
• Proficiency with Python or C++ for fire modeling a plus.
• Excellent written communication skills for remote coordination.

Salary Range

Based on current industry standards for remote engineering roles, this position offers a competitive $92,000 – $124,000 USD/year salary, dependent on experience and certifications. Top performers may qualify for annual bonuses tied to project delivery.

Benefits

Working from home should never mean working without support. Our remote team enjoys a robust benefits package designed for distributed professionals.

What We Provide

• 100% remote work with flexible hours and async-friendly culture.
• Home office stipend of $1,500 for ergonomic setup.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Annual professional development budget for PE license maintenance.
• Four weeks paid time off plus global holiday flexibility.

Why Join Apex Safety Solutions

We are a fully distributed engineering firm trusted by healthcare, data center, and high-rise clients worldwide. Our engineers value autonomy, technical depth, and the chance to shape safer environments without geographic limits. If you want your fire engineering expertise to travel farther than your commute, this is the role.

How to Stand Out

Candidates who share a portfolio of past fire suppression designs or code deviation approvals will move faster through our process. Highlight any experience with international fire codes or remote cross-functional leadership in your profile.