Principal Fire Protection Engineer

Job summary

The Principal Fire Protection Engineer provides senior technical leadership in fire protection engineering, including performance-based design and life safety system implementation. They are also responsible for mentoring team members and conducting fire hazard and code compliance assessments for facilities.

Job details

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. This goes beyond our technical applications and products. We must incorporate innovation into all aspects of our business to drive greater efficiency, create greater growth and strengthen our culture. Westinghouse is committed to delivering innovative nuclear energy solutions by leveraging our global insights, CANDU expertise, collaborative mindset, and best-in-class technology. We are proud to play a key role in accelerating Canada's energy sustainability and achieving its net-zero goals and we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset when it comes to achieving that goal. About the role: As a Principal Fire Protection Specialist you will provide senior technical leadership and subject‑matter expertise in fire protection engineering to support the design, evaluation, and implementation of life safety systems. You will apply advanced fire science, performance‑based design methodologies, and code analysis to complex facilities, while advising clients and internal teams on risk mitigation strategies. In this role, you will also mentor and coach fire protection engineers and specialists, contributing to the technical excellence and growth of the team. You will report to the Director, Fire Protection and be located at Kitchner, Ontario. This position will be offered as a hybrid role. Employees working in hybrid roles are expected to work onsite at our Kitchner, Ontario office 2 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Lead and perform performance‑based fire protection design analyses, including fire modeling, egress calculations, code compliance evaluations, and consultation with Authorities Having Jurisdiction Develop comprehensive fire protection system designs, including passive and active systems, integration with architectural and building services, and detailed construction documentation Provide senior‑level engineering review of shop drawings, construction oversight, inspections, field surveys, and acceptance testing for life safety systems Conduct fire hazard, life safety, and code compliance assessments for existing facilities, including hazardous materials evaluations Mentor, coach, and provide technical direction to fire protection team members while supporting training, reporting, and emergency engineering response Qualifications: Minimum 10 + years of related professional experience, including at least 5 years providing fire protection engineering and consulting services Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering OR a college diploma or degree in Fire Protection Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, or Building Design Technology Licensed by PEO, OAA, or an equivalent professional regulatory body Advanced technical expertise in performance‑based design, fire protection analysis, computational modeling, life safety systems, and interpretation of fire and building codes and standards We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $106,000 to $132,500 per year. This posting is for an existing vacancy and reflects an immediate hiring need. #LI-Hybrid Why Westinghouse? Westinghouse is a firm believer in fostering a workplace that is powered by inclusive leaders, teams and culture. This commitment separates us as a leader in our industry and differentiates from our competition. You will work closely with global leaders who will support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Together, and using the talents of our employees, we will advance technology and services to power a clean, carbon-free future. Westinghouse offers great benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In Canada the following are representative of what we offer: Great compensation package Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match Paid Vacations, Flextime, Sick/Personal and Holidays We encourage healthy work-life balance and offer flexible schedules and with the potential to work from anywhere in Canada We pay 100% of the medical/dental/vision insurance premiums for you and your family Incredible opportunity for growth in an innovation-driven, global company Educational Reimbursement Program Employee Referral and Recognition Program While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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What you’ll do

The Principal Fire Protection Engineer provides senior technical leadership in fire protection engineering, including performance-based design and life safety system implementation. They are also responsible for mentoring team members and conducting fire hazard and code compliance assessments for facilities.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 10 years of professional experience, with a minimum of 5 years in fire protection engineering and consulting. A degree in Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering Technology and professional licensure (PEO, OAA, or equivalent) are required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Retirement savings plan • Employee assistance program • Paid vacation • Flextime • Sick leave • Educational reimbursement program • Employee referral program

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fire protection engineering
• Performance-based design
• Fire modeling
• Egress calculations
• Code compliance
• Life safety systems
• Risk mitigation
• Technical leadership
• Mentoring
• Hazard assessment
• Construction oversight
• Engineering review
• Fire science
• Project management
• Computational Modeling
• Construction Documentation
• Life Safety Systems
• Fire Protection
• Fire Protection Systems
• Fire Science
• Code Analysis
• Net Zero
• Technical Leadership
• Risk Mitigation
• Compliance Assessments
• Fire Modeling
• Building Codes
• Construction
• Building Design
• Computer Simulation
• Consulting
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Field Surveys
• Fire Protection Engineering
• Innovation
• Coaching
• Shop Drawing
• Systems Integration
• Advising

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Security & Safety
• Consulting
• Fire Protection Engineer
• Health and Safety Engineer
• Engineering Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers
• Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors