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INTEGRATED DESIGN and ADVISORY (IDA)
Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) is one of three (3) Business Verticals at Michael Baker International with more than 850 professionals located across the country. We unite architecture and engineering design expertise with strategic advisory services to deliver holistic and innovative solutions that address the business and project objectives of our clients. We serve market sectors, including industrial, defense contractors, data centers, aerospace, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, aviation, rail and transit, and the federal government.
Our multidisciplinary approach leverages the early involvement of all project stakeholders and key disciplines including planning, architecture, interior design, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and fire protection (MEP+S+FP) engineering. Our Advisory capabilities provide solutions across the project life cycle along with sustainability and resilience. This service underscores the firm's proficiency across a range of domains including strategic consulting, planning, cybersecurity, building controls, cost management, commissioning, program management, construction support, building information modeling, digital twins, emergency response, disaster recovery, operational continuity, energy resiliency, among other areas.
Over the past 85 years, Michael Baker has built a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity as we partner with our clients to solve complex built environment and critical infrastructure challenges. We have achieved success as a company by employing a solutions-oriented mindset and continually evolving our capabilities to best serve our clients. Integrated Design and Advisory supports our long-term growth strategy, enhanced capabilities, and unique areas of expertise that focus on high performance buildings, intelligent systems, and critical infrastructure. We are focused on an integrated approach, informed decision-making, and innovative solutions to aggressively pursue, win, and execute large, complex projects for government and private sector clients.
DESCRIPTION
We’re looking for a talented and driven Fire Protection Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of safe, resilient, and innovative facilities.
In this role, you’ll take full ownership of fire protection engineering projects—from the first spark of concept to the final commissioning. You’ll lead proposal development, design complex systems, conduct on‑site evaluations, and oversee testing to ensure every solution performs flawlessly. Your work will span a diverse range of fire protection technologies, including fire sprinkler and pump systems, high‑expansion foam, clean agent systems, fire alarms, and mass notification systems.
You’ll apply your expertise across an exciting mix of environments—from office buildings and warehouses to aircraft hangars and large-scale maintenance facilities—making a direct impact on the safety and mission readiness of each one.
Step into a role where your technical skill, problem‑solving, and independence are valued—and where your work truly protects what matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Complete fire protection system designs for sprinkler, fire pump, fire alarm and mass notification systems under the direction of the designer of record with minimal supervisionÂ
• Be responsible for project budgets and project work schedules Â
• Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump designÂ
• Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysisÂ
• Perform on-site system evaluations and perform final system testingÂ
• Summarize submittals and contractor Requests For Information for reviewÂ
• Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplinesÂ
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Registered Professional Engineer in Fire Protection
• 5+ years professional experience
• BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering or related fieldÂ
• Experience in fire protection system design including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systemsÂ
• Experience in computer generated hydraulic designÂ
• Knowledge and experience of building and design codes, specifically IBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72Â
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $111,000 to $175,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
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