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Fire Protection Engineer jobs are open across construction, government, consulting, and manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in fire suppression systems, life safety code compliance, and hazard analysis. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Chicago Metropolitan Fire Prevention
This role is based out of our Elmhurst, IL, location
Sales Consultant - Fire/Alarm Protection
Chicago Metropolitan Fire Prevention seeks a driven and professional sales consultant to assist our customers with their accounts. The Sales Consultant is responsible for sales of our Fire Alarm, Security, CCTV and CA systems. The Sales Consultant will interface with customers as well as communicate via phone and email and should have strong organization and follow up skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain contact with existing and new customers by proactively providing exceptional customer service
- Create and provide estimate and quote for installation and service
- Negotiate details of contracts and payments
- Prepare sales contracts and order forms
- Possess ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with customers & office personnel via phone, email, and face-to-face
- Provide up-to-date customer information to AR Department for updates in company database to properly service customers in a timely manner
- Ability to read/decipher engineered drawings or design build systems
- Deliver presentation of company products to new and existing customers
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Integrity that aligns with Chicago Metropolitan Fire Prevention values
- Professional image with a strong desire for achievement and success
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Very high level of self-management and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability and desire to learn about fire protection industry
- Previous sales experience preferred
- Experience in fire protection industry preferred
- Intermediate MS Office 365 skills (Outlook/Excel/Word)
Compensation:
Base Salary of $50,000 - $60,000 plus commission based on skills/experience. Full benefits are offered with immediate medical/dental/vision insurance coverage available on day one of hire. The Company offers a 401k with matching, as well as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) after one year of employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Atlantic Constructors28
- Telgian Corporation16
- EMCOR14
- Coffman Engineers14
- Burns & McDonnell13
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services49
- Construction & Real Estate29
- Insurance8
- Staffing & Recruiting4
- Manufacturing3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire protection engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Knowledge of NFPA codes, IBC, and applicable life safety standards
- Experience designing fire suppression, detection, or alarm systems
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status
- Proficiency with hydraulic calculation software such as HydraCALC or SprinkCALC
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit for fire protection system drawings and documentation
Tips for Your Fire Protection Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to code editions
Hiring managers scan for familiarity with NFPA 13, NFPA 72, and IBC editions relevant to their jurisdiction. Call out which code editions you've applied on real projects, not just that you know fire codes generally.
Highlight your PE or EIT status clearly
Many postings require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license. Put your PE or Engineer-in-Training status in your resume header so screeners don't have to hunt for it, and list every state where you hold licensure.
Filter openings by project type, not just title
Fire protection engineering roles vary enormously between healthcare facility work, high-rise design, and industrial hazard analysis. Read the project examples in each posting and apply to roles where your project history actually matches the scope.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fire protection engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a portfolio of stamped calculations
Bring or reference hydraulic calculations, fire flow analyses, or egress studies you've produced or reviewed. Concrete deliverables from past projects give interviewers something specific to discuss and set you apart from candidates with similar credentials.
Negotiate around continuing education support
NICET recertification, ICC exam fees, and SFPE chapter membership add up quickly. Ask about employer reimbursement for these before accepting an offer, since many firms budget for it but don't advertise it until you ask.
Fire Protection Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fire protection engineers?
The companies hiring the most fire protection engineers right now include Atlantic Constructors, Telgian Corporation, and EMCOR, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is strongest at engineering consulting firms, federal contractors, and large construction companies managing commercial or institutional projects.
How many fire protection engineer jobs are remote?
About 52% of fire protection engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-inspection requirements that keep most roles site-dependent. Code review, report writing, and plan review work within consulting firms tends to offer the most flexibility for remote arrangements.
How do you become a fire protection engineer?
You typically start by earning a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a related engineering discipline. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam earns you EIT status, and accruing supervised work experience on fire protection projects positions you to sit for the Professional Engineer exam. Earning NICET certification in fire alarm or sprinkler systems strengthens your candidacy at the entry and mid levels.
Can you get a fire protection engineer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level fire protection engineer roles exist at consulting firms and engineering contractors who expect to train new graduates. Internship experience doing hydraulic calculations or assisting with plan reviews, combined with EIT status, makes you competitive. Applying to firms with structured mentorship programs or apprenticeship pipelines gives you the clearest path into the field without a lengthy work history.
What does the fire protection engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screening call, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past project work, explain code decisions you made, and may solve a short hydraulic or egress calculation problem. A final round with senior engineers or project managers often focuses on your approach to code interpretation, client communication, and how you handle conflicting requirements across jurisdictions.
Where can I find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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