Engineering Services Manager (Fire Protection / PE) at National Fire Sprinkler Association

Linthicum Heights, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

180000.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering, Water-Based Systems Design, NFPA Codes, Technical Leadership, Project Management, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, CAD Software, BIM Software, Research, Technical Training, Mentoring, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Skills, Relationship Building

Industry

Public Safety

Description

Description Lead the Future of Fire Protection Engineering! The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)—the leading voice of the fire sprinkler industry—is seeking an experienced Engineering Services Manager to provide technical leadership, manage engineering professionals, and represent the industry on national codes and standards committees. This is a high-impact leadership role for a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with deep expertise in water-based fire protection systems, NFPA standards, and applied engineering research. Every role at NFSA contributes directly to our mission: saving lives and protecting property through the widespread acceptance of fire sprinklers. Key Responsibilities As Engineering Services Manager, you will: Lead and supervise NFSA engineering staff and technical contributors Represent NFSA on NFPA, ICC, AWWA, ISO, and other national and international codes and standards committees Serve as Expert of the Day (EOD), providing authoritative technical guidance to members Develop and present TechNotes, Tech Tuesday webinars, and technical publications Serve as a subject-matter expert and speaker at NFSA and industry conferences Coordinate and manage industry research projects supporting fire sprinkler innovation and advocacy Develop and deliver technical training programs, publications, and educational content Support NFSA’s mission through additional technical and strategic initiatives as assigned Why Join NFSA? Influence national fire protection codes and standards Expand your technical expertise while leading industry-wide initiatives Make a measurable impact on life safety and property protection Work with nationally recognized fire protection experts Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary: $120K–$180K annually (commensurate with experience) 401(k) retirement plan Health, dental, and vision insurance Flexible scheduling Generous paid time off On-site role at NFSA Headquarters; remote work may be considered for exceptional candidates Apply Today! If you are a licensed fire protection engineer ready to lead, teach, influence codes, and shape the future of fire sprinkler systems, we invite you to apply. Requirements Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field (Advanced degree preferred) 6+ years of experience in fire protection engineering, with emphasis on water-based systems design Active Professional Engineer (PE) license Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring engineering professionals Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, fire sprinkler systems, and applied research Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD/BIM software Collaborative leadership style with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

The Engineering Services Manager will lead and supervise NFSA engineering staff, represent NFSA on national codes and standards committees, and provide technical guidance to members. Additionally, they will develop technical training programs and coordinate industry research projects.