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Fire Protection Engineers qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a closely related field. Employers in AHJ-regulated construction, consulting, and facilities management sectors sponsor H-1B petitions for this role, with demand concentrated in commercial, healthcare, and government infrastructure projects.
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The Staff Fire Protection Engineer will perform the design work on multi-discipline projects and prepare comprehensive fire protection packages including fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke management, and life safety. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
- Design, specify, and provide multi-discipline coordination of the following fire protection systems: Wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam/water fire suppression systems. Fire water supply infrastructure including fire water storage tanks, fire pumps, underground and aboveground distribution piping and associated appurtenances. Outdoor fire suppression systems including monitors, spray systems, and exposure protection systems. Addressable and non-addressable voice evacuation fire alarm systems including initiation devices, supervision devices, and audible and visual notification appliances. Releasing systems for pre-action, foam/water, and clean agent systems.
- Perform fire protection calculations including the hydraulic analysis of fire water supply and demand, battery calculations, and voltage drop calculations.
- Evaluate building and life safety requirements including building area and height limitations, building construction types, fire resistive assemblies and opening protections, occupancy classifications, hazards, building egress, and active and passive smoke management systems.
- Provide construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of fire protection systems.
- Perform site evaluations and document existing fire protection systems.
- Prepare project budgets and cost estimates.
- Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Master Degree in Fire Protection Engineering and 2 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong knowledge of building codes, fire codes, NFPA standards, FM Global datasheets, military standards, and refinery/industrial API guidelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment, and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access authorization to facilities and data of existing and potential clients, including, but not limited to DOE, aerospace, military, food and consumer product manufacturers, pharmaceutical, laboratories, and others necessary to perform work.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred.
- NICET certification in Water-Based System Layout (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
- NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
- NICET certification in Special Hazard Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Fire Protection Engineer
Primary Location US-FL-Orlando
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 261847
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS
Description
The Staff Fire Protection Engineer will perform the design work on multi-discipline projects and prepare comprehensive fire protection packages including fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke management, and life safety. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
- Design, specify, and provide multi-discipline coordination of the following fire protection systems: Wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam/water fire suppression systems. Fire water supply infrastructure including fire water storage tanks, fire pumps, underground and aboveground distribution piping and associated appurtenances. Outdoor fire suppression systems including monitors, spray systems, and exposure protection systems. Addressable and non-addressable voice evacuation fire alarm systems including initiation devices, supervision devices, and audible and visual notification appliances. Releasing systems for pre-action, foam/water, and clean agent systems.
- Perform fire protection calculations including the hydraulic analysis of fire water supply and demand, battery calculations, and voltage drop calculations.
- Evaluate building and life safety requirements including building area and height limitations, building construction types, fire resistive assemblies and opening protections, occupancy classifications, hazards, building egress, and active and passive smoke management systems.
- Provide construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of fire protection systems.
- Perform site evaluations and document existing fire protection systems.
- Prepare project budgets and cost estimates.
- Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Master Degree in Fire Protection Engineering and 2 years of fire protection engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong knowledge of building codes, fire codes, NFPA standards, FM Global datasheets, military standards, and refinery/industrial API guidelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment, and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access authorization to facilities and data of existing and potential clients, including, but not limited to DOE, aerospace, military, food and consumer product manufacturers, pharmaceutical, laboratories, and others necessary to perform work.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred.
- NICET certification in Water-Based System Layout (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
- NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
- NICET certification in Special Hazard Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Fire Protection Engineer
Primary Location US-FL-Orlando
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 261847
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Fire Protection Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a direct nexus between your degree field and fire protection engineering. A degree in mechanical or civil engineering may qualify, but you'll need employer documentation showing the role specifically requires that background, not just any engineering discipline.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter fire protection engineering roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're applying to companies with a documented H-1B sponsorship track record rather than guessing from job postings.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your salary discussion so you know the floor your offer must legally meet.
Align your PE license timeline with your H-1B status
Many fire protection engineering roles require a Professional Engineer license, which takes years to obtain. Confirm with your employer whether the role requires PE licensure at hire or if H-1B sponsorship covers the period while you complete the exam sequence.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers for faster filing
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government contractors are exempt from the H-1B cap and lottery. Fire protection engineering roles at these institutions can be filed any time of year, avoiding the April registration window entirely.
Review O*NET before your specialty occupation assessment
USCIS adjudicators may reference the O*NET occupation profile for fire protection engineers when evaluating whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Reviewing it helps you anticipate what documentation your employer needs to include in the I-129 petition.
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Find Fire Protection Engineer JobsFire Protection Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does fire protection engineering qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Fire protection engineering meets the H-1B specialty occupation definition because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a directly related engineering field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement, so your employer's offer letter and LCA must clearly describe a role where that degree is a genuine prerequisite, not just a preference.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for fire protection engineers most frequently?
Engineering consulting firms, large general contractors, healthcare systems, and federal facilities management contractors file H-1B petitions for fire protection engineers most consistently. Government-adjacent roles and projects subject to NFPA or IBC compliance requirements tend to drive sponsorship because the specialized credential need is easy to document. Browse current openings with verified sponsorship history on Migrate Mate.
Can I switch fire protection engineering employers on H-1B without losing status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If you've had your H-1B approved for at least 180 days and your new employer files an H-1B transfer before your current status expires, you can start the new role once the transfer petition is received by USCIS. Your new employer files a new I-129 and LCA for the transfer, so confirm their willingness to do so before resigning.
Does holding a Professional Engineer license affect my H-1B petition for this role?
A PE license strengthens your specialty occupation case because it demonstrates a recognized professional standard tied to your degree field, but it isn't required for H-1B approval on its own. If the role requires PE licensure as a job condition, USCIS may weigh that in the specialty occupation analysis. Roles that list PE as preferred rather than required should still qualify provided the degree-to-role nexus is documented.
How does the prevailing wage requirement work for fire protection engineering roles?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for fire protection engineering in your work location, at the experience level that matches your actual duties. The DOL sets four wage levels based on complexity and supervision. If your role involves lead engineering responsibilities, the prevailing wage determination should reflect that level. You can verify applicable wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
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