Fire Protection Engineer - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

**Overview** Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is looking for a mid-level Fire Protection Engineer to be part of the Worker Safety and Heath (WS&H) group's Safety Engineering Team. In this role you will support the diverse needs of our research and operations partners by developing and deploying fire protection and life safety solutions. The role's collaborative interface with scientific projects creates an opportunity for code and risk-based analysis to support our scientific discovery mission. Specific job functions include: + Implementation of laboratory-wide fire protection program + Deployment of fire protection and life safety code requirements within a broad range of facilities + Fire suppression and alarm system design and specification + Maintenance of technical bases for facility chemical operating boundaries + Fire protection support for research activities and projects + Fire protection support for new construction and operating facilities + Fire and explosion hazards analysis, risk assessment, and mitigation The Worker Safety and Health Division promotes a safe working environment for and "safety aware" attitude in all PNNL employees, visitors, vendors, and subcontractors. We are also concerned with the safety, health, and welfare of our local communities and other members of the public who are impacted by PNNL operations. Our goal is to partner with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that are risk-based and cost efficient. The WS&H staff believes that excellence in safety is compatible with and mutually supportive of excellence in all business objectives, such as quality, productivity, and profitability. Safe, healthy staff have a positive impact on the Laboratory's work and enhance our creditability in the marketplace and in the community. **Responsibilities** Develops and implements programs, policies and procedures for hazard evaluation of work with flammable and combustible materials to reduce the potential for personal injury or facility damage from fire. Oversees facility fire protection systems to assure that they are installed, tested, maintained and used in accordance with the applicable codes and standards. Routinely reviews the organizations fire protection standards in accordance with NFPA, ICC, DOE Orders and Standards, state regulations and contractual requirements. Maintains professional knowledge of existing and proposed changes in applicable requirements. Provides expert knowledge of application of fire protection standards to both buildings and laboratory operations. **Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR- + MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: + Demonstrated ability to evaluate, interpret and apply Fire Protection code and standard requirements (including NFPA 13, 72 and 101). + Familiarity with DOE Fire Protection Standard DOE-STD-1066. + Experience analyzing complex fire hazards and developing complaint technical solutions for safe and effective operations. + Experienced in fire suppression and alarm system design; NICET II certification or equivalent. + Experience in facility, system, and equipment design to meet fire protection and life safety requirements. + Experience in AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Revit. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proven ability to self-direct and manage a range of priorities. + Ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to achieve goals. **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** + Work in laboratory, facility maintenance, and construction environments. **Additional Information** Due to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign National Access Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements. **About PNNL** Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. **Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity** Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov . **Drug Free Workplace** PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. **HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement** In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. **Mandatory Requirements** Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. **Rockstar Rewards** Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. * Research Associates excluded. **Once eligibility requirements are met. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards (https://careers.pnnl.gov/rockstar-rewards) **Notice to Applicants** PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual's relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules. As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position. **Minimum Salary** USD $107,900.00/Yr. **Maximum Salary** USD $161,700.00/Yr.