Fire Protection Engineer
Gables Search Group
Dallas, TX
Fire Protection Engineer
Job Overview:
This opportunity is with a well-established engineering consulting firm seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join their growing Texas team in a hybrid role based in Houston, Dallas, or Austin. In this position, you will support the design and analysis of fire and life safety systems across a diverse range of projects such as commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, and industrial manufacturing environments. The role offers strong exposure to technical design, code consulting, and performance-based fire protection solutions, while working closely with multidisciplinary engineering and architecture teams. You would help develop fire alarm, suppression, and smoke control systems while assisting with life safety planning, fire hazard analysis, and code compliance strategies. This is a great opportunity for an engineer looking to build deeper technical expertise while gaining exposure to high-profile projects and experienced senior engineers in the field.
Preferred Locations:
This is a hybrid role based in Texas (Houston, Dallas, or Austin), ideally for someone who is local to the region or has ties to Texas. However, candidates outside of these areas are still encouraged to apply, as we can check whether the company has another suitable office location closer to you.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and currently pursuing, or planning to pursue, EIT certification and a PE license.
3+ years of experience in fire protection engineering or closely related design/consulting work
Strong knowledge of NFPA, ICC, and building/fire codes with experience in fire alarm, suppression, or life safety system design
About the Company
Gables Search Group
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.