CSI Engineering, USA · 2 months ago
Field Inspector II – Fire Protection
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expCSI Engineering is a company that specializes in MEP, Testing & Commissioning and engineering services worldwide. They are seeking a Field Inspector II – Fire Protection to conduct inspections and documentation of fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards and project specifications.
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Responsibilities
Perform independent inspections of fire sprinkler, standpipe, fire pump, hydrant, and alarm systems to ensure compliance with NFPA, project specifications, and approved drawings
Review IFC and shop drawings, material submittals, and hydraulic calculations to verify system design and installation accuracy
Enforce adherence to NFPA 13, 14, 20, 25, and 72, as well as applicable NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) standards
Witness and document hydrostatic, flow, pump acceptance, and alarm activation tests, ensuring results are within design parameters
Inspect fire pump controllers, jockey pumps, alarm panels, detectors, and notification devices for correct installation, labeling, and operation
Verify UL/FM-listed materials and equipment are installed per manufacturer recommendations and project requirements
Maintain comprehensive inspection reports, NCRs, CARs, ITP records, and daily logs for traceability and quality control
Support and participate in integrated testing and commissioning (ITC) with mechanical, electrical, and life safety teams
Review and endorse as-built documentation, ensuring alignment with installed systems and client specifications
Provide guidance to Field Inspector I staff and coordinate with the QA/QC Engineer for third-party and AHJ inspections
Ensure all inspection and testing activities comply with OSHA safety and site-specific fire protection safety requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical diploma
3–7 years of experience in fire protection inspection or QA/QC for large-scale building or infrastructure projects
Working knowledge of NFPA standards (13, 14, 20, 25, 72) and relevant fire protection design and installation codes
Familiarity with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and clean agent systems, as well as fire alarm and detection components
Proficiency in MS Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, consultants, and contractors
Physically fit for field inspections, including working at height, in ceiling spaces, and in active construction environments
Preferred
OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety credential
NICET Level II or III certification in Fire Protection or Fire Alarm Systems (or equivalent qualification)
Experience supporting or leading fire system commissioning and acceptance testing
Familiarity with AHJ inspection coordination, witness testing, and test documentation
Proven ability to manage NCR tracking, punch list closure, and ITP execution independently
Company
CSI Engineering, USA
The epitome of engineering excellence where innovation, precision, and passion converge to forge a new path in MEP Testing & Commissioning and Engineering services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase