Fire Protection Engineering Associate

Fire Protection Engineering AssociateAbout the Company Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC., has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the local Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area for over 45 years. Since its founding, Guardian has grown its footprint to include 23 offices in 8 states in the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and South-Atlantic. Guardian is headquartered in Rockville, MD and is responsible for the design, installation, inspection, and repair services for fire protection and security systems. Guardian specializes in sprinkler systems, fire pumps, fire extinguishers, fire alarm and monitoring services, wet & dry chemical suppression systems, clean agent and inert gas systems, special hazards systems, marine fire suppression systems, access control, burglar alarms, and video surveillance (CCTV). We have an extensive customer base performing inspection, installation, and repair services for over 50,000 customers. Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, technical prowess, strong reputation, and business acquisitions. About Opportunity The Fire Protection Engineering Associate is designed for companywide engineering and training support. The Fire Protection Engineering Associate will be responsible for providing fire protection technical support, ensuring compliance with code and legislative requirements, engaging with executive-level decision-makers, directing top-tier evaluation and training. Regional Travel Requirement: Up to 50% Compensation Negotiable - Depends on Experience Eligible for quarterly and annual bonus opportunities Job Duties Deeply understand and stay current with major organizations and decision-makers in your assigned sector. Represent yourself and Guardian Fire as a thought leader and trusted expert in your assigned sector. Develop and lead training related to fire protection systems for technicians and office staff. Provide design and installation review support services for fire protection system design, installation, and service teams. Perform on-site system evaluations and audits for technical staff to ensure best practice workmanship. Support technicians with fire protection inspection software functionality. Support fire protection Inspection and Service documentation forms updates and compliance activities. Perform on-site evaluations of system installation and support with final system testing. Stay current on new systems and equipment and NFPA, ICC, UL, FM and local amendments to codes and standards and communicate changes to the organization. Communicate effectively with customers and AHJs regarding complex technical fire protection. Ensure adherence to state, local, and national licensing for all technicians and companies. Coordinate closely with the executive leadership team on organization wide initiatives. Organize, support, and lead initiatives in support of safety and compliance for field technician, warehouse, and office staff. Review, manage, and maintain databases as it relates to your assigned sector. Collaborate with the Marketing team to create sector-specific content and campaigns to engage with target audiences. Attend relevant conferences, expos, and networking events within Guardian Fire's geographic footprint. Establish Guardian Fire as an authorized or preferred partner/vendor with corporate entities within your assigned sector. Regularly update the Vice President of Engineering and Compliance to communicate status of activities and performance. Preferred Qualifications Experience with NFPA, ASTM, UL, FM, & ICC codes and standards. Knowledge of fire protection systems, including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, standpipes, fire hydrant, clean agent systems, inert gas systems, wet & dry chemical systems, fire alarm, and mass notification systems Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside direct area of expertise Exceptional relationship-building, leadership, and communication skills. Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field Prior experience with a fire protection contractor or manufacturer (preferred) Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification (preferred) Benefits 401K with a company match Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company paid Short Term Disability Company paid Long Term Disability Company paid Life and AD&D insurance Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care Aflac Vacation and Personal time Paid holidays Tuition Reimbursement Guardian Fire Protection Services is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. #GuardianFireProtection #FireProtection #RockvilleMD #MarylandJobs #Hiring

Created: 2026-03-04