Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Texas

Fire Protection Engineer jobs in Texas are highly active, with strong demand driven by the state's booming commercial construction, petrochemical and energy sectors, and large institutional clients from entry-level designers through senior project engineers and fire marshals. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the core hiring markets, where established firms like Jensen Hughes, Aon Fire Protection Engineering, and Jacobs Engineering maintain significant Texas operations. The most sought-after specialties include performance-based design, hazard analysis for oil and gas facilities, and code consulting for high-rise and industrial occupancies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles60
Top employerVallen
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring22
Work type52% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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B2B Outside Sales Representative – Fire Protection Products
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B2B Outside Sales Representative – Fire Protection Products
Easyflex Texas, Inc.
Lewisville, Texas
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$70k - $80k/yr
On-Site

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Faculty Adjunct, Fire & Protection
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Faculty Adjunct, Fire & Protection
Dallas College
Dallas, Texas
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Hybrid
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Fire Protection Engineer
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Fire Protection Engineer
McLane Company
Temple, Texas
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Growth Marketing
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Multi-Licensed Fire Protection Technician
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Multi-Licensed Fire Protection Technician
Impact Fire Services
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
1,001-5,000

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Lab Assistant - Fire Protection Technology
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Lab Assistant - Fire Protection Technology
AMARILLO COLLEGE
Amarillo, Texas
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
$17.66 - $26.5/hr
Fire Safety Certification
1,001-5,000

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Fire Protection Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
14 jobs
Dallas
11 jobs
Austin
7 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
San Antonio
3 jobs
Allen
2 jobs
Bastrop
2 jobs
Pasadena
2 jobs
Lewisville
2 jobs

Fire Protection Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Vallen6 open roles
Jacobs5 open roles
JENSEN HUGHES4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in fire protection engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Active Texas Professional Engineer license or EIT registration with path to PE
  • Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or civil engineering
  • Experience applying NFPA codes and International Fire Code to commercial or industrial projects
  • Proficiency with hydraulic calculation software such as HydraCAD or SprinkCALC
  • Ability to review construction documents and coordinate with architects and AHJs on-site
  • NICET Fire Protection certification at Level II or higher preferred for systems design roles

Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a fire protection engineer in Texas?

You become a fire protection engineer in Texas by earning a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a related engineering discipline, then obtaining licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. The path involves passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training, accumulating qualifying work experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. NICET fire protection certifications strengthen your candidacy throughout this process.

How much do fire protection engineers make in Texas?

Fire protection engineers in Texas earn a median of about $123,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,340 for the lowest 10% to over $180,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire fire protection engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring fire protection engineers in Texas right now include Vallen, Jacobs, and JENSEN HUGHES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants, large healthcare systems, and high-rise commercial developments sustains steady demand from both national engineering consultancies and owner-operators running in-house fire protection teams.

Which Texas cities have the most fire protection engineer jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most fire protection engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of industrial facilities, refineries, and large hospital campuses, while Dallas draws demand from commercial real estate development and corporate campuses, and San Antonio supports steady openings through its military installations, healthcare networks, and ongoing urban construction.

Are there remote fire protection engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're limited. Fire protection engineering involves site visits, field inspections, and coordination with contractors and authorities having jurisdiction, which keeps most roles at least partially on-site. About 48% of fire protection engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The tasks most likely to be done remotely are hydraulic calculations, code research, and report writing rather than construction administration.

How can I get hired as a fire protection engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to engineering consultancies and large contractors in Houston or Dallas as a fire protection designer or engineering intern while pursuing your Engineer in Training designation through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Firms like Jensen Hughes and national contractors with Texas offices regularly bring on new graduates for systems design support roles. A background in mechanical or civil engineering, combined with NICET Level I certification and familiarity with NFPA 13 and NFPA 72, gives a candidate a clear edge over applicants without any fire protection coursework.

Where can I find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.

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