Senior Fire & Life Safety Specialist

Summary

Senior Fire & Life Safety SpecialistAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.In the role of a Fire & Life Safety Specialist Senior, we'll count on you to:Develop non-routine and complex Fire Protection designs for facilities such as fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, and alternate extinguishing system in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) StandardsDevelop non-routine and complex Life Safety design for facilities such as occupancy calculations, travel distances, code compliance drawings, passive fire protection systems, in compliance with the International Building & Fire codes and other StandardsDevelop non-routine and complex drawings by using computer-aided design softwareLead projects dedicated to Fire & Life Safety Area of expertisePerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications:A minimum of 15 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcementPrevious experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life SafetyRequired Qualifications:Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experienceAdvanced Levels of NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life SafetyStrong computer skills using AutoCAD, Revit 3D Modeling and Microsoft OfficeAbility to lead designs specific to area of expertiseAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. 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. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Primary LocationUnited States-Texas-San AntonioOther LocationsUnited States-Texas-AustinIndustryBuilding EngineeringScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegular BusinessClass : Fire and Life SafetyJob PostingMay 21, 2026

Job Description

Senior Fire & Life Safety SpecialistAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.In the role of a Fire & Life Safety Specialist Senior, we'll count on you to:Develop non-routine and complex Fire Protection designs for facilities such as fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, and alternate extinguishing system in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) StandardsDevelop non-routine and complex Life Safety design for facilities such as occupancy calculations, travel distances, code compliance drawings, passive fire protection systems, in compliance with the International Building & Fire codes and other StandardsDevelop non-routine and complex drawings by using computer-aided design softwareLead projects dedicated to Fire & Life Safety Area of expertisePerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications:A minimum of 15 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcementPrevious experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life SafetyRequired Qualifications:Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experienceAdvanced Levels of NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life SafetyStrong computer skills using AutoCAD, Revit 3D Modeling and Microsoft OfficeAbility to lead designs specific to area of expertiseAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. 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. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Primary LocationUnited States-Texas-San AntonioOther LocationsUnited States-Texas-AustinIndustryBuilding EngineeringScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegular BusinessClass : Fire and Life SafetyJob PostingMay 21, 2026