Fire Protection Designer (entry - level, EIT)

Entry-Level Fire Protection Designer

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity As an Entry-Level Fire Protection Designer, you will support the design, analysis, and documentation of fire protection and life safety systems for a variety of building types. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to deliver code-compliant, high-quality solutions across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, and science & technology. This role provides hands-on experience across all phases of project delivery—from conceptual design through construction administration—while building the foundation for professional licensure (PE).

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of fire protection systems including fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and clean agent suppression systems
• Perform basic engineering calculations including hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, and system flow analysis
• Support development of construction documents, drawings, and specifications using Revit/BIM
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, architectural) to coordinate system integration and routing
• Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with design intent, codes, and project specifications
• Assist with building and fire code analysis, including application of NFPA standards and life safety requirements
• Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress
• Support preparation of reports, technical documentation, and design narratives
• Assist with project coordination, scheduling, and communication with internal teams and external partners
• Contribute to quality control processes and uphold Stantec's standards for technical excellence and safety

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic understanding of fire protection engineering principles, fluid dynamics, and system design
• Familiarity with NFPA codes and standards and life safety design concepts
• Proficiency in Revit (required); AutoCAD and BIM experience is a plus
• Exposure to fire modeling tools (e.g., FDS, CFAST, Pathfinder) is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering (preferred), Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program
• 0–2 years of experience in fire protection, plumbing, or building systems design (internship experience preferred)
• Exposure to building systems design, code analysis, or consulting engineering environments is a plus

Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston

Organization: 4011 Buildings-US ACQ PSP Houston BE-Houston TX

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.