Remote Fire Engineer – Nationwide Opportunities – Design Safer Futures from Anywhere

Join a forward‑thinking team that empowers fire protection professionals to engineer life‑saving systems from the comfort of home. This fully remote role blends cutting‑edge simulation tools with collaborative project leadership, letting you shape safer buildings across the country without ever stepping into an office.

About the Role

As a Remote Fire Engineer, you will develop fire protection strategies, perform hydraulic calculations, and review architectural plans for compliance with NFPA, IBC, and local codes. You’ll collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and project managers through virtual design reviews, ensuring every project meets the highest safety standards while staying on schedule and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments and produce detailed fire protection reports for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
• Design sprinkler, standpipe, fire alarm, and smoke control systems using industry‑standard software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and water supply analyses to verify system performance.
• Coordinate with code officials and third‑party reviewers to secure permits and approvals remotely.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance during virtual design charrettes.

Requirements

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection or ability to obtain licensure via comity within 12 months.
• NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) preferred.

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and hydraulic calculation packages (e.g., HydraCAD, SprinkCAD).
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 13, 14, 20, 72, and International Building Code fire protection chapters.
• Experience with BIM coordination workflows and clash detection in a remote collaboration environment.

Soft Skills & Work Style

• Strong written and verbal communication for clear documentation and virtual presentations.
• Self‑motivated with proven ability to manage multiple projects across time zones.
• Commitment to continuous learning – staying current with evolving codes, materials, and sustainability practices.

Salary Range

Estimated compensation: $85,000 – $115,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience, licensure status, and geographic cost‑of‑living adjustments. Performance‑based bonuses and annual salary reviews are standard.

Benefits & Perks

• 100 % remote work – choose your ideal home office setup.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans with employer‑paid premiums.
• 401(k) match up to 5 % plus profit‑sharing contributions.
• Generous paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and a flexible sick‑leave policy.
• Annual professional development stipend ($2,500) for conferences, certifications, and advanced coursework.
• Home office reimbursement up to $1,200 per year for ergonomic furniture, monitors, and high‑speed internet.
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources for mental health support.

Company Culture

Our organization thrives on transparency, inclusivity, and engineering excellence. Weekly virtual stand‑ups keep teams aligned, while quarterly “Innovation Days” encourage cross‑functional experimentation with emerging fire safety technologies. We celebrate diverse perspectives and believe that the best protection solutions come from collaborative, remote‑first mindsets.

How to Succeed in This Role

Success hinges on proactive communication, meticulous attention to code detail, and the ability to translate complex hydraulic data into clear, actionable design documents for stakeholders who may never meet in person. Leveraging cloud‑based collaboration platforms (BIM 360, Microsoft Teams, Bluebeam) will be daily practice, so comfort with digital workflows is essential.

Next Steps

If you are a licensed fire protection engineer eager to shape safer environments from anywhere in the United States, we invite you to explore this opportunity further. Prepare a concise portfolio highlighting recent sprinkler, alarm, or smoke control projects, and be ready to discuss your remote collaboration experience during the interview process.