Job Description

Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer

Company Name: Cuhaci Peterson

Location: Orlando, FL ( Fully Remote)

Project Focus: Grocery, Retail, Senior Living, Industrial, and Multi-family

Salary: $125,000-$165,000

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) ready to transition from technical production to true project stewardship? We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer to serve as a technical linchpin for Cuhaci Peterson’s Orlando-based team. While this role is fully remote, you will remain an integral part of our Florida operations, acting as a leader who architects safety systems across a diverse portfolio—from massive industrial complexes to vibrant multi-family communities.

This isn’t a role for a "silent contributor." You will exercise full autonomy in engineering judgment, moving beyond basic layouts to resolve complex system conflicts and drive high-stakes projects from concept to commissioning. Joining the firm means entering a culture that balances high-performance engineering with a refreshingly "uncorporate" atmosphere. We provide a powerhouse support system—including a dedicated permitting department and licensing specialists who handle your paperwork—allowing you to focus entirely on technical excellence and mentorship.

Core Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership: Execute complex fire protection calculations and system designs with total autonomy, ensuring every technical solution aligns with rigorous jurisdictional codes and firm standards.

• Project Stewardship: Partner with Project Managers to define design scopes, manage multi-thousand-hour budgets, and maintain aggressive schedules without compromising quality.

• Technical Integration: Architect high-fidelity construction documents in REVIT, coordinating seamlessly with MEP and Structural disciplines to ensure zero-conflict system integration.

• Strategic Consulting: Act as the primary technical voice for clients, educating them on design requirements and providing expert opinions on equipment selection and fire safety strategy.

• Team Mentorship: Direct and develop Designers (Levels I-III), fostering a culture of professional growth through quality assurance reviews and technical guidance.

• Quality & Integrity: Perform final engineering reviews and quality assurance protocols, ensuring the firm’s professional seal represents the highest standard of safety and ethics.

• Full-Lifecycle Oversight: Manage projects from initial site surveys through construction administration, navigating the unique challenges of sectors like Big Box retail, Senior Living, and Power Centers.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States (required).

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering.

• Experience: Minimum of 6+ years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and design, preferably in a senior or lead capacity.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of REVIT, Engineering Modeling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Communication: Mastery of verbal and written communication, with a proven ability to research and draft technical reports or professional opinions in a remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sector Expertise: Proven track record in High-Hazard Industrial, Multi-family, or Grocery/Retail sectors.

• Leadership Drive: Experience supervising subordinate personnel or managing internal design workflows.

• Multidisciplinary Literacy: Strong understanding of how fire protection systems interface with complex HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical layouts.

About Cuhaci Peterson

Cuhaci Peterson is a premier multidisciplinary engineering and architecture firm dedicated to "bringing communities to life." With a diverse portfolio spanning retail, industrial, and residential sectors, we tackle the most technical issues in MEP, Fire Protection, and Structural engineering. Our culture is built on the "CP Perks"—combining superior benefits and professional growth (including 100% paid license renewals) with a relaxed, dog-friendly, "jeans-and-t-shirt" environment that prioritizes the person behind the engineer.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Cuhaci Peterson. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities.

Keywords: Senior Fire Protection Engineer, PE License, Professional Engineer, Orlando Engineering Jobs, Remote Engineering, Revit, Fire Sprinkler Design, Life Safety Code, MEP Coordination, Project Engineer, NFPA, AEC Industry, Fire Modeling, Consulting Engineering.