Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Fire Protection Engineer jobs in Arizona are in steady demand, with active hiring across the construction, semiconductor manufacturing, healthcare, and commercial real estate sectors and openings at every level from entry-level designer to senior project engineer. Phoenix and Tucson anchor most of the hiring, with additional activity in the Scottsdale and Mesa corridors, where large firms like JENSEN HUGHES, Jacobs Engineering, and Henriksen Butler maintain a consistent presence. The most in-demand specialties in Arizona include fire suppression system design, life safety code compliance, and performance-based design for high-tech and healthcare facilities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join a major advanced manufacturing project and take a leading role in developing the fire protection infrastructure for a new, high-volume semiconductor facility. This opportunity offers involvement across the full project lifecycle—from design and construction through commissioning, start-up, and ongoing operations.
What You’ll Do
Partner with consultants and contractors to ensure fire protection systems meet design requirements and specifications.
Review drawings, equipment submittals, and construction progress.
Support commissioning, functional testing, system validation, and facility start-up.
Oversee fire alarms, sprinklers, suppression systems, clean-agent systems, and life-safety integration.
Troubleshoot construction and operational issues and implement practical solutions.
Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, local fire regulations, ISO standards, and corporate safety requirements.
Support capacity planning, system evaluations, maintenance, inspections, audits, and emergency drills.
Lead improvement initiatives through capital and operating-expense projects.
Maintain accurate operating procedures, manuals, and system documentation.
Provide on-call support within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least eight years of fire protection design and operational experience, ideally within semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of NFPA codes, life-safety standards, suppression systems, sprinklers, fire alarms, and alarm integration.
Experience supporting facility design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
Ability to interpret fire protection drawings and technical specifications.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
PE license or NICET Fire Protection certification is preferred.
The role initially supports projects in Tempe and Peoria before transitioning primarily to the Peoria facility during operations.
#WorkwolfJoin a major advanced manufacturing project and take a leading role in developing the fire protection infrastructure for a new, high-volume semiconductor facility. This opportunity offers involvement across the full project lifecycle—from design and construction through commissioning, start-up, and ongoing operations.
What You’ll Do
Partner with consultants and contractors to ensure fire protection systems meet design requirements and specifications.
Review drawings, equipment submittals, and construction progress.
Support commissioning, functional testing, system validation, and facility start-up.
Oversee fire alarms, sprinklers, suppression systems, clean-agent systems, and life-safety integration.
Troubleshoot construction and operational issues and implement practical solutions.
Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, local fire regulations, ISO standards, and corporate safety requirements.
Support capacity planning, system evaluations, maintenance, inspections, audits, and emergency drills.
Lead improvement initiatives through capital and operating-expense projects.
Maintain accurate operating procedures, manuals, and system documentation.
Provide on-call support within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least eight years of fire protection design and operational experience, ideally within semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of NFPA codes, life-safety standards, suppression systems, sprinklers, fire alarms, and alarm integration.
Experience supporting facility design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
Ability to interpret fire protection drawings and technical specifications.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
PE license or NICET Fire Protection certification is preferred.
The role initially supports projects in Tempe and Peoria before transitioning primarily to the Peoria facility during operations.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods
- Technology & Software
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire protection engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Arizona-registered Professional Engineer (PE) license in fire protection or mechanical engineering
- Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Experience with NFPA codes, IBC life safety provisions, and local Arizona Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements
- Proficiency in fire suppression and detection system design using AutoCAD or Revit
- Familiarity with hydraulic calculations for sprinkler systems using HydraCalc or similar software
- Strong written communication skills for preparing code compliance reports and coordinating with project teams
Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a fire protection engineer in Arizona?
To work as a fire protection engineer in Arizona, you need a Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. The path starts with a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and accumulating qualifying work experience before sitting for the PE exam. Some engineers also pursue NICET certification in fire protection to strengthen their credentials for Arizona employers.
How much do fire protection engineers make in Arizona?
Fire protection engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $106,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,950 for the lowest 10% to over $161,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire fire protection engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring fire protection engineers in Arizona right now include Telgian Corporation, Cuhaci Peterson, and Western States Fire Protection, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's strong semiconductor and healthcare construction pipeline means consulting engineering firms and specialty contractors with long-standing state contracts are among the most consistent sources of openings.
Which Arizona cities have the most fire protection engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Peoria, and Tucson account for the most fire protection engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the largest share due to its concentration of commercial construction, data centers, and healthcare campuses, while Tucson's defense installations and university medical complex support steady demand, and Scottsdale and Mesa attract openings tied to corporate headquarters and mixed-use development projects in the East Valley.
Are there remote fire protection engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're limited. Fire protection engineering involves frequent site visits, field inspections, and coordination with local authorities, so fully remote arrangements are less common than in purely analytical fields. About 20% of fire protection engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the work most suited to remote arrangements includes code review, hydraulic calculations, and report writing rather than on-site inspections or construction administration.
How can I get hired as a fire protection engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate fire protection engineer role at a consulting firm, where you work under a licensed PE while logging the hours needed for your own licensure. Large Arizona-based engineering firms and national firms with Phoenix offices regularly hire new graduates into design support and drafting roles that build toward full engineering responsibility. Passing the FE exam before graduating signals readiness to Arizona employers, and internships with firms doing commercial or healthcare construction in the Phoenix metro are a practical way to get a first offer.
Where can I find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, find positions that match your experience and specialty area, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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