STEM OPT Fire Protection Engineer Jobs
Fire Protection Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work for up to 36 months after graduation if your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Your engineering degree qualifies under STEM CIP codes, and the 24-month extension gives you a meaningful runway to build U.S. experience while pursuing long-term sponsorship.
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Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.
Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.
At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.
Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.
Job Overview
Jensen Hughes has a new job opportunity for a Fire Protection Engineer to work on our ongoing project at the Phoenix area TSMC facility. We are looking for an experienced Engineer or Consultant to work in all aspects of fire protection engineering, including building code consulting, fire protection systems, and fire protection strategies.
The successful applicant will have a well-rounded background in fire protection and code consulting and possess strong analytical and creative thinking skills. The role will involve many aspects of fire protection engineering with a focus on Building Code and Fire Code consulting. The position will coordinate and conduct building plan reviews, interpret the building codes, develop alternative solutions, prepare building design reports and coordinate with fire protection engineering design teams. The candidate will be responsible for the review and implementation of fire protection strategies and will coordinate on all matters with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction.
Responsibilities:
- Perform fire and life safety code consulting tasks related to Group H-5 semiconductor facilities
- Assist with the development of alternate methods of design and/or code modification submittals
- Assist with hazardous materials consulting activities
- Perform site surveys
- Assist with fire and life safety system inspection and testing activities
- Coordinate closely with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction
- Contribute to complex, high-impact project delivery
Minimum Requirements
- Five (5) plus years of experience in code consulting and developing performance-based strategies in a project design environment is preferred
- Experience in developing building code concepts and equivalencies, conducting building plan reviews, and conducting field reviews/inspections
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies
- Ability to work well independently and to interact with other industry professionals, associated trades, and jurisdictional authorities
LI-KS1
Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
At Jensen Hughes, we embrace innovation and understand that people are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and other generative platforms to learn, prepare and communicate. We have provided some guidelines regarding the responsible use of AI in the recruitment process. Please click here to review.
The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose.
Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements
Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to "staffing firms" or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.
Company Overview
Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.
Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.
At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.
Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.
Job Overview
Jensen Hughes has a new job opportunity for a Fire Protection Engineer to work on our ongoing project at the Phoenix area TSMC facility. We are looking for an experienced Engineer or Consultant to work in all aspects of fire protection engineering, including building code consulting, fire protection systems, and fire protection strategies.
The successful applicant will have a well-rounded background in fire protection and code consulting and possess strong analytical and creative thinking skills. The role will involve many aspects of fire protection engineering with a focus on Building Code and Fire Code consulting. The position will coordinate and conduct building plan reviews, interpret the building codes, develop alternative solutions, prepare building design reports and coordinate with fire protection engineering design teams. The candidate will be responsible for the review and implementation of fire protection strategies and will coordinate on all matters with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction.
Responsibilities:
- Perform fire and life safety code consulting tasks related to Group H-5 semiconductor facilities
- Assist with the development of alternate methods of design and/or code modification submittals
- Assist with hazardous materials consulting activities
- Perform site surveys
- Assist with fire and life safety system inspection and testing activities
- Coordinate closely with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction
- Contribute to complex, high-impact project delivery
Minimum Requirements
- Five (5) plus years of experience in code consulting and developing performance-based strategies in a project design environment is preferred
- Experience in developing building code concepts and equivalencies, conducting building plan reviews, and conducting field reviews/inspections
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies
- Ability to work well independently and to interact with other industry professionals, associated trades, and jurisdictional authorities
LI-KS1
Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
At Jensen Hughes, we embrace innovation and understand that people are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and other generative platforms to learn, prepare and communicate. We have provided some guidelines regarding the responsible use of AI in the recruitment process. Please click here to review.
The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose.
Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements
Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to "staffing firms" or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Fire Protection Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Fire protection engineering falls under STEM-designated CIP codes, but your DSO must confirm your specific degree program is listed. Pull up your I-20 and cross-check your CIP code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program list before accepting any offer.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
STEM OPT is invalid without an E-Verify-enrolled employer. Ask recruiters directly whether the hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled, since subsidiaries and joint ventures sometimes hold separate E-Verify accounts from their parent organizations.
Target AHJ-facing roles to strengthen your I-983
Roles involving authority having jurisdiction inspections, code compliance reviews, or fire suppression system design map clearly to engineering training objectives. A well-scoped I-983 training plan tied to specific project deliverables is harder for USCIS to question during an audit.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified STEM OPT employers
Search Migrate Mate to surface fire protection engineering employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and prior STEM OPT or H-1B visa filing history, so you spend time applying to employers who already understand work authorization rather than educating hiring managers from scratch.
Raise H-1B timing early in final-year interviews
Fire protection engineering roles often sit with mid-size specialty contractors who have filed H-1B before but infrequently. Confirm their intent to sponsor before your 36-month clock runs out, since USCIS registration opens in March and a missed cycle means a full additional year of waiting.
Document PE licensure progress in your training plan
Many employers expect candidates to pursue a Professional Engineer license. Listing FE exam completion or PE application milestones in your I-983 training objectives demonstrates a concrete professional development trajectory, which supports both your OPT compliance and future H-1B specialty occupation arguments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a fire protection engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree program is listed under a STEM-designated CIP code on the official STEM Designated Degree Program list. Fire protection engineering and closely related engineering disciplines typically qualify, but your DSO must confirm your specific CIP code before filing the extension request. If your program is listed, you're eligible for the additional 24 months of work authorization beyond your initial OPT period.
Does my STEM OPT employer have to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT. The specific legal entity that employs you, not just the corporate parent, must be enrolled. Before accepting an offer, ask the recruiter or HR contact to confirm enrollment using the employer's E-Verify company ID. If the company acquired or restructured recently, their enrollment status may not reflect the current hiring entity, so verify directly rather than assuming.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a fire protection engineer role?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your engineering degree. For fire protection engineers, that means listing concrete training goals such as conducting fire hazard analyses, designing suppression systems to NFPA standards, interpreting building codes for AHJ submissions, or developing egress plans. Generic descriptions like 'gain engineering experience' are insufficient. USCIS expects measurable outcomes aligned with your STEM field, and your supervisor must sign off on progress evaluations every 12 months.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery before my STEM OPT expires?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT end date and your status would otherwise expire before October 1, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30. You can continue working for the same employer without interruption. If your petition is denied or withdrawn, that cap-gap protection ends. USCIS confirms cap-gap eligibility, and your DSO can update your I-20 to reflect the extended authorization period.
Where can I find fire protection engineer jobs where employers are already open to STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters fire protection engineering roles by employers with E-Verify enrollment and prior work authorization filing history, which removes the uncertainty of approaching employers who have never sponsored before. Fire protection engineering demand is concentrated in construction, government contracting, and specialized consulting, so targeting employers in those verticals with documented sponsorship experience significantly shortens your job search timeline.