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Idaho National Laboratory · 19 hours ago

Fire Protection Mechanical Engineer

positionIdaho Falls, ID
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$79K/yr - $195K/yr
date2+ years exp

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with fire protection system expertise to support the design, analysis, and maintenance of critical safety systems across INL facilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with NFPA, DOE, and INL standards while contributing to operational reliability and safety.

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Responsibilities

Perform fire protection system design, configuration management, and maintenance basis, including suppression, detection, and alarm systems
Conduct system walkdowns, evaluate mechanical components, and ensure alignment with engineering drawings
Review and approve contractor drawings and equipment submittals for fire protection systems
Ensure compliance with NFPA, International Building and Fire Codes, DOE standards, and local regulations
Maintain high-quality documentation and records for inspections, testing, and maintenance activities
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers on configuration management and drawing processes and best practices

Qualification

Fire protection systems designNFPA codesStandardsDOE standardsMechanical engineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseDocument control systemsMentoringCollaboration

Required

Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or directly related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution or a PE and (2) years of related experience or a Master's in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or directly related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution or PE and (5) years of related experience or a Master's in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution and (2) years of related experience
Demonstrated experience with fire protection systems design, inspection, and maintenance
Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, DOE Standards, and fire dynamics principles
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy 'L' clearance, which requires US Citizenship

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility preferred
Experience in DOE or nuclear facility environments
Familiarity with INL engineering processes and document control systems

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
Comprehensive Relocation Package

Company

Idaho National Laboratory

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Idaho National Laboratory USDOE is a research laboratory focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of nuclear energy.
dateFounded in 1949
location
Idaho Falls, Idaho, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://inl.gov

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$7.5M
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2024-07-02Grant· $7.5M
2023-01-17Grant

Leadership Team

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David Teter
Deputy Laboratory Director of Management & Operations / Chief Operations Officer
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