Senior Fire Protection Engineer (197165) As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. In the role of Senior Fire Protection Engineer, we'll count on you to: Manage the fire protection portions of complex projects Design and review fire protection systems (sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, clean agent, pre-action/special hazard) Perform code analysis for fire and life safety against the local provincial Building Code and NFPA standards Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and hydraulic analyses Independently evaluate,



select and apply standard and advanced engineering techniques and procedures to make decisions on a broad range of fire protection issues Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines Conduct site reviews, respond to RFIs, and review contractor shop drawings and submittals Interpret engineering data for designers and drafters Monitor the schedule and budgets for assigned projects Review and summarize applicable codes, and record them for inclusion in the design record Through the Project Manager, establish contact with the client or appropriate representative to assure continuity and integrity of information received from the client Visit project sites as requested by the Construction Services Department or as contractually required Check contract documents and shop drawings, and answer requests for information Write the fire protection specifications A minimum of 5 years experience in Data Centre, semi-conductor, Healthcare, Science and Technology facilities Experience with special hazard systems (clean agent, water mist, VESDA/early warning detection) Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering A minimum of 10 years with experience in Fire Protection and Life Safety Design.



This includes experience in: code review and interpretation, life safety, detection systems, suppression systems, and fire alarm systems Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Does programming and is capable of conceptualizing and designing complex systems and projects This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team. Full time Building Mechanical At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges.

📌 Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Toronto)
🏢 HDR
📍 Toronto