Fire Protection Specialist

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

The Engineering Services Department is currently looking for a Fire Protection Specialist for its National Capital Region office. Our team of experts understands that Fire Protection Engineering is a multi-disciplinary field. As such, we are looking to build a team of specialists of various focuses within the multi-faceted fire protection industry. AtkinsRéalis offers a competitive compensation and benefits package in a fast-paced work environment. We are looking for innovative, forward-thinking people who enjoy challenge and actively seek to develop and improve work processes.

This role will be based in Ottawa, ON.

Your role within the team:

• Develop designs and specifications for fire detection and/or suppression systems.
• Integrated Fire and Life Safety Systems Testing services.
• Report on building and fire code compliance for new and existing facilities.
• Evaluate buildings and designs for fire resistance and enclosure integrity.
• Occupancy classifications and load calculations.
• Developing material take-offs and cost estimates.
• Ensuring all completed work conforms to contract requirements.
• Conducting site visits and inspections.
• Coordinate with other disciplines in planning and executing project tasks.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Diploma in Architectural Technology or Fire Protection Engineering Technology.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in related field.
• Understanding of nuclear engineering design processes an asset.
• Participation within fire protection industry associations an asset.
• Ability to cross over multi-disciplinary projects.
• Good understanding of fire protection engineering concepts and methods.
• Collaborative approach and good communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Submit for and maintain a federal security clearance.
• Valid driving permit is an asset.
• Bilingualism French and English (written and spoken) an asset.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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