Sr. Fire Protection Engineer (Nuclear)

TL;DR

Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Nuclear Codes & NRC Compliance): Development and implementation of fire protection strategies and regulatory compliance programs for commercial nuclear power plants and advanced reactor projects with an accent on NRC requirements and risk-informed engineering. Focus on performing Fire Hazards Analyses (FHAs), evaluating safe shutdown requirements, and managing licensing basis modifications.

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina or Westborough, Massachusetts, United States

Salary: $127,000 - $155,000 USD

Company

Global leader in fire protection engineering since 1939, specializing in security, risk analysis, and process safety across a worldwide network of experts.

What you will do

• Lead complex nuclear fire protection engineering projects from proposal development through execution and closeout.
• Perform and oversee Fire Hazards Analyses (FHAs) for operating nuclear plants, advanced reactors, and DOE facilities.
• Evaluate compliance with NRC regulations, including 10 CFR 50 Appendix R, 10 CFR 50.48, and NFPA 805.
• Conduct technical analyses related to fire area assessments, safe shutdown, circuit analysis, and fire barrier evaluations.
• Develop technical justifications, exemption requests, and licensing basis modifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering.
• 8–12 years of progressively responsible experience in nuclear fire protection.
• Minimum 5 years supporting commercial nuclear power plants directly or via consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise with NRC fire protection regulations and licensing requirements.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 805, 10 CFR 50, and NRC Regulatory Guides.
• Ability to participate in plant walkdowns, field assessments, and inspections.

Nice to have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) certification.
• Experience with Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) or Department of Energy nuclear facilities.
• Familiarity with Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) and Fire PRA methodologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including healthcare coverage and a retirement plan.
• Global Employee Networks supporting career development and knowledge sharing.
• Culture centered on trust, integrity, and professional growth.
• Commitment to making the world safe, secure, and resilient through industry-leading research.