Remote Fire Engineer – Ignite Your Career from Anywhere

Are you a driven fire safety specialist eager to design, analyze, and protect structures from fire hazards—all from the comfort of your home office? Join a forward‑thinking engineering firm that champions innovation, collaboration, and real‑world impact. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, flexible scheduling, and the chance to shape safer environments worldwide.

About the Role

Our organization is seeking a skilled Fire Engineer to lead fire protection system design, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with NFPA and international codes. You will work closely with architects, construction managers, and safety officers to integrate fire‑resilient solutions into new builds and retrofits. The role emphasizes autonomous problem‑solving, continuous professional development, and contribution to high‑visibility projects across diverse sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Core Duties

• Develop and review fire protection engineering designs using industry‑standard software.
• Perform hazard analyses, fire modeling, and risk assessments for complex facilities.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design conflicts and ensure constructability.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of evolving codes, standards, and emerging technologies.
• Support client communications and respond to technical queries with clear, actionable guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in fire protection system design and implementation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Proficiency with fire modeling tools (e.g., FDS, CFAST) and design platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
• Strong understanding of NFPA codes, International Building Code (IBC), and relevant standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Self‑motivated, disciplined, and capable of thriving in a remote, results‑oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degrees or certifications such as CFI (Certified Fire Inspector) or CFE (Certified Fire Engineer).
• Experience with sustainable fire safety solutions and performance‑based design.
• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflows.
• Background in large‑scale industrial or high‑rise projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Generous paid time off, flexible holidays, and wellness programs.
• Remote‑first work culture with stipend for home office setup.
• Professional development budget for conferences, certifications, and training.
• Collaborative virtual community and mentorship programs.

Salary Range

We offer a transparent salary range of $55,000 – $78,000 USD per year, based on experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. This range reflects our commitment to equitable compensation for remote professionals.

Why Join Us?

Working remotely does not mean working in isolation. Our team leverages cutting‑edge collaboration tools, regular virtual workshops, and a culture of knowledge sharing to ensure every member feels connected and valued. As a Fire Engineer, you will tackle complex challenges, see your designs implemented on landmark projects, and directly contribute to safeguarding lives and assets worldwide.

How to Apply

If you are ready to bring your fire safety expertise to a dynamic, fully remote environment, submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant project experience to our careers portal. Our recruitment team will review applications on a rolling basis and reach out to qualified candidates for virtual interviews.