Fire Protection Engineer

About the Company

At General Matter, we’re strengthening America’s capacity in nuclear energy to create a new set of possibilities, from generating clean energy at scale to forging energy security. 

With nuclear energy powering the next wave of American progress, we’re ensuring our country has the fuel it needs for the next generation of reactors, no matter what’s happening around the world.

We are backed by top tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency.

About This Role

We are seeking a skilled Fire Protection Engineer responsible for analyzing and implementing fire protection systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role is critical to maintaining the safety and reliability of our facilities.

Ready to take your Fire Protection Engineering career to the next level? At General Matter, we're not just looking for an engineer—we're seeking a passionate, driven leader to own our comprehensive life safety and fire protection program. As our Fire Protection Engineer, you'll be more than just a technical expert; you'll be the strategic mind behind ensuring the safety and efficiency of all our facilities.

This isn't your typical engineering role. You'll have direct impact and influence, working with senior management, regulatory bodies, and contractors. You'll be the go-to resource, responsible for navigating local, state, federal, and even nuclear regulations. If you're ready to move beyond standard engineering duties and become a true champion for life safety, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity at General Matter.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Life Safety and Fire Protection program for the company
• Maintain all required documentation required by regulatory agencies and provide the appropriate documentation when requested
• Ensure the life safety and fire protection program approach is maintained and is providing a safe and compliant working environment
• Manage life safety and fire protection system inspection, testing, and maintenance programs
• Apply technical skills to design and assess the following: automatic suppression systems; fire detection, alarm and mass notification systems; fire and life safety code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant rated construction analysis; smoke control design and special inspections; site surveys and inspections; as well as general fire protection and life safety concepts
• Develop and implement fire protection strategies, designs, and systems to safeguard personnel and infrastructure.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and hazard analyses to ensure compliance with NRC, NFPA, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate fire protection systems with other engineering and operational systems.
• Prepare technical documentation, including fire safety evaluations, reports, and design specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support during installation, testing, and commissioning of fire protection systems.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with fire protection requirements.
• Stay informed of evolving fire protection technologies, standards, and regulations in the nuclear industry.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related technical field. 
• Strong knowledge of NRC regulations, NFPA codes, and other relevant standards (e.g., IEEE, ANSI).
• Proficiency in fire modeling software and other engineering tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams, regulators, and contractors.
• Experience in managing projects.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Strong preference for candidates with experience with nuclear, radiological, and/or other higher-hazard industrial facilities.
• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).
• Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
• Experience with major commercial, industrial, or nuclear facility fire protection systems (i.e. Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Specialty fire suppression systems, passive fire systems (fire barriers), inerting systems, and/or public address systems.
• Demonstrated experience with engineering design process and/or maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Experience in industrial construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience with codes and standards, to include but not limited to the IBC, IEBC, NFPA, IFC, and/or UFC.
• Advanced degrees.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at General Matter. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock options. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, HSA/FSA/Commuter benefits, and various other benefits. General Matter also offers all employees an 'Unlimited Time Off' policy.