MELE Associates requires a Lead Fire Protection Engineer to join the exciting nuclear security mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) as subject matter expert. NNSA’s Office of Design and Construction (NA-92) under the Office of Infrastructure (NA-90) has responsibility for providing design and construction oversight of our large and complex nuclear and non-nuclear capital line-item projects. The candidate’s primary focus will be providing design and construction expertise and oversight in the area of fire protection for these capital line-item projects. The crucial role involves reviewing fire protection design to ensure all fire protection strategies are compliant with appropriate federal regulations as well as DOE/NNSA specific regulations and are effectively integrated into overall facility safety and construction activities.
Essential Functions
Review fire protection system design for new and existing NNSA facilities, including fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and emergency evacuation procedures.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure the integration of fire safety and nuclear safety measures into overall design.
Conduct risk analyses and safety evaluations and propose engineering solutions to mitigate identified risks.
Participate in project reviews as a fire projection subject matter expert
Evaluate fire protection strategies and plans, ensuring they meet the latest safety standards and operational needs.
Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure fire protection design meets the requirements.
Serve as a technical expert in fire protection, providing guidance and training to other engineers and project team members.
Apply lessons learned to guide design of fire protection systems on future projects across the complex
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a closely related field.
Fire protection system design experience for nuclear or high hazard chemical facilities
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fire protection engineering, including significant experience in design and implementation of systems in critical facilities
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering
Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, and other relevant federal, state, and local fire safety regulations
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams
Strong technical, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Willingness to travel as required for project needs and site visits; travel less than 25%
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline
Experience with Fire Protection system design under ASME Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) quality program
Experience working for a Management and Operating (M&O) contractor at DOE / NNSA sites
LOCATION: This is a full-time onsite position in Washington, DC 20024, USA
Telework options are available with a requirement to be in the office at least three days a week, based on the level of in-person meetings and office needs.
SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Benefits MELE Offers
Hybrid remote/office work environment.
Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
401(k) with Employer Match
Cross-training opportunities
About MELE Associates, Inc.
With over 250 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned (VOSB), minority-owned small business empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security, intelligence, law enforcement and emergency response training, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, and mission and program support.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
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