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  • Fire Protection Engineer (M.S./Ph.D.)

  • Exponent
  • Chicago, Illinois 60290 United States View Map

Position OverviewFire Protection Engineer (M.S./Ph.D.) in the Thermal Sciences Practice. Locations include Bowie, MD; Chicago, IL; Warrenville, IL; Menlo Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Natick, MA; Atlanta, GA.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluating the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systemsReviewing fire protection codes and standardsConducting laboratory assessments of material flammabilityPlanning and executing experimental test programsPerforming engineering calculations and analysisConducting fieldworkPreparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clientsQualificationsPh.D. in Fire Protection Engineering or M.S. plus 3-5 years of related work experienceStrong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustionOutstanding verbal and written communication skillsHands‑on experience executing experimental programsExperience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance (plus)Experience with NFPA and ICC codes and standards preferredStrong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside the area of expertiseApplicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (not restricted to 1 page).Compensation and BenefitsSalary range: USD $110,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 per year. Total compensation includes base salary, bi‑weekly bonuses for high‑intensity efforts, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.Benefits information and equal‑opportunity statement are available on the Exponent Life@Exponent page. Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.Work EnvironmentEmployees engage in‑person in the office unless traveling for client work or other business activities. The firm offers a flexible, agile work style and working hours to accommodate personal schedules.Job LocationsUS-MD-BowieUS-GA-AtlantaUS-IL-ChicagoUS-CA-Los AngelesUS-MA-NatickUS-CA-Menlo ParkUS-IL-Warrenville#J-18808-Ljbffr

Position OverviewFire Protection Engineer (M.S./Ph.D.) in the Thermal Sciences Practice. Locations include Bowie, MD; Chicago, IL; Warrenville, IL; Menlo Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Natick, MA; Atlanta, GA.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluating the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systemsReviewing fire protection codes and standardsConducting laboratory assessments of material flammabilityPlanning and executing experimental test programsPerforming engineering calculations and analysisConducting fieldworkPreparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clientsQualificationsPh.D. in Fire Protection Engineering or M.S. plus 3-5 years of related work experienceStrong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustionOutstanding verbal and written communication skillsHands‑on experience executing experimental programsExperience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance (plus)Experience with NFPA and ICC codes and standards preferredStrong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside the area of expertiseApplicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (not restricted to 1 page).Compensation and BenefitsSalary range: USD $110,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 per year. Total compensation includes base salary, bi‑weekly bonuses for high‑intensity efforts, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.Benefits information and equal‑opportunity statement are available on the Exponent Life@Exponent page. Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.Work EnvironmentEmployees engage in‑person in the office unless traveling for client work or other business activities. The firm offers a flexible, agile work style and working hours to accommodate personal schedules.Job LocationsUS-MD-BowieUS-GA-AtlantaUS-IL-ChicagoUS-CA-Los AngelesUS-MA-NatickUS-CA-Menlo ParkUS-IL-Warrenville#J-18808-Ljbffr

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