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Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
* 950+ Consultants
* 640+ Ph.D.s
* 90+ Disciplines
* 30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Bowie, MD; Chicago, IL; Warrenville, IL; Menlo Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Natick, MA; or Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for participating in and leading the investigation and analysis of failures including structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes, combustion systems, consumer products, appliances, and automobiles.
You will be responsible for
- Evaluating the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systems
- Reviewing fire protection codes and standards
- Conducting laboratory assessments of material flammability
- Planning and executing experimental test programs
- Performing engineering calculations and analysis
- Conducting fieldwork
- Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- Ph.D. or Master's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering
- Work experience and/or internship experience in Fire Protection Engineering is highly desirable
- Strong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
- Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance is a plus
- Prior experience with prescriptive and/or performance-based analysis and application of NFPA and ICC codes and standards preferred
- Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside direct area of expertise
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work Environment
At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.
We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite
Compensation
Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.
Salary Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-MA-Natick
US-GA-Atlanta
US-IL-Chicago
US-CA-Los Angeles
US-MD-Bowie
US-CA-Menlo Park
US-IL-Warrenville
About Exponent
Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
* 950+ Consultants
* 640+ Ph.D.s
* 90+ Disciplines
* 30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Bowie, MD; Chicago, IL; Warrenville, IL; Menlo Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Natick, MA; or Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for participating in and leading the investigation and analysis of failures including structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes, combustion systems, consumer products, appliances, and automobiles.
You will be responsible for
- Evaluating the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systems
- Reviewing fire protection codes and standards
- Conducting laboratory assessments of material flammability
- Planning and executing experimental test programs
- Performing engineering calculations and analysis
- Conducting fieldwork
- Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- Ph.D. or Master's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering
- Work experience and/or internship experience in Fire Protection Engineering is highly desirable
- Strong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
- Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance is a plus
- Prior experience with prescriptive and/or performance-based analysis and application of NFPA and ICC codes and standards preferred
- Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside direct area of expertise
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work Environment
At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.
We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite
Compensation
Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.
Salary Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-MA-Natick
US-GA-Atlanta
US-IL-Chicago
US-CA-Los Angeles
US-MD-Bowie
US-CA-Menlo Park
US-IL-Warrenville
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Fire Protection Engineer
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM job requirements must match your actual credentials. If your fire protection engineering degree is from a non-U.S. institution, get a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before your employer files, or DOL may reject the application.
Search DOL disclosure data for active sponsors
PERM filings are public record. Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter by SOC code 17-2111 and identify engineering firms and contractors that have recently sponsored fire protection engineers, then target those employers directly.
Target employers with PE licensure support programs
Many PERM job descriptions for fire protection engineers require or prefer a Professional Engineer license. Employers who sponsor PE exam costs and exam time are more likely to also sponsor green cards, since both reflect long-term retention intent.
Clarify EB-2 vs EB-3 eligibility before accepting an offer
EB-2 requires a master's degree or bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers roles needing a bachelor's degree. Your priority date and country of birth affect which category gives you a faster path to permanent residency.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate by job title to surface fire protection engineering roles at employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored a green card.
Confirm prevailing wage level before your employer files the LCA
DOL assigns prevailing wage Levels I through IV based on experience and supervision. A wage level mismatch between the LCA and your actual offer can trigger an audit or denial during PERM, so review the OFLC Wage Search figures with your employer before filing.
Green Card Fire Protection Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does fire protection engineering qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Fire protection engineering qualifies for both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on the specific job requirements your employer documents in the PERM application. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials. EB-3 applies to roles requiring a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a closely related field. Your employer's attorney drafts the job description, so the requirements must honestly reflect what the position needs.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for fire protection engineers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status, and EB-3 has no annual lottery or cap concerns for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status together take two to four years or longer for applicants from India or China due to priority date backlogs. H-1B visa grants faster work authorization but requires renewal and offers no path to permanence on its own.
What does the PERM process look like for a fire protection engineer role?
Your employer starts by obtaining a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conducts a recruitment campaign to confirm no qualified U.S. worker is available. DOL reviews the PERM application, which currently takes several months to over a year depending on whether it gets audited. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You file for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa when your priority date becomes current.
Which employers typically sponsor green cards for fire protection engineers?
Engineering consulting firms, fire suppression contractors, federal agencies, and large industrial facilities are the most common PERM sponsors for fire protection engineers. Roles tied to ongoing facility operations or code compliance tend to attract sponsoring employers because the specialization is hard to fill domestically. Use Migrate Mate to filter for fire protection engineering roles at employers with verified green card filing history instead of applying broadly.
Can a fire protection engineer on an H-1B switch to a green card without leaving the U.S.?
Yes. If you're already in H-1B status, your employer can start the PERM process while you're working. Once the I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you file Form I-485 for adjustment of status without leaving the country. USCIS allows you to remain in H-1B status and continue working while adjustment is pending, as long as your H-1B remains valid or you qualify for H-1B extensions under AC21 portability rules.