FPE-001BD / SalesMidwest US
Business Development Director - FLS
Suppression SystemsFire Alarm & DetectionCode Consulting & PBD
Mission critical and data center specialization.
15+ yrs$165K - $180KBD: High
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Senior FLS Design Engineer
Midwest US14+ yrs$100K - $125KBD: High
Suppression SystemsIndustrial & Process SafetyMission Critical / Data Centers
Mission critical and data center specialization with a strong track record of winning new business. Combines deep technical expertise in suppression design with hands-on experience in high-stakes industrial environments. Known for building lasting client relationships and converting technical credibility into repeat engagements.
Why This Candidate
Data center and mission critical work is one of the fastest-growing segments in fire and life safety. This candidate brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge in suppression systems, active BD capability, and direct experience in the sector. At this salary range, they represent significant value for any firm looking to expand into or strengthen their data center practice.
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$43K - $345K
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154Canada
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111United Arab Emirates
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104United Kingdom
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98Saudi Arabia
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95Oman
92India
87Denmark
84China
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77France
77Global
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68Spain
68Italy
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58Germany
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57Morocco
54Netherlands
52Switzerland
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FPE-002Mid-LevelAustralia
Fire Engineering Consultant
Fire Modeling & SimulationFire Risk AssessmentResidential & Mixed-Use
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
7+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-003Early CareerUnited States
Fire Protection Engineer I
Suppression SystemsFire Alarm & DetectionFire Modeling & Simulation
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
2+ yrs$65K - $90KBD: Low
FPE-004LeadershipMountain West US
Director of Fire Engineering
Smoke ControlCode Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & Simulation
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
26+ yrs$150K - $165KBD: High
FPE-005Mid-LevelSouth Central US
Fire & Life Safety Engineer
Fire Alarm & DetectionCode Consulting & PBDFederal & Government
Specialized in code consulting and performance-based design.
7+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-006Early CareerAustralia
Junior Fire Safety Engineer
Mission Critical / Data CentersResidential & Mixed-UseTunnels & Infrastructure
Mission critical and data center specialization.
2+ yrs$65K - $85KBD: Low
FPE-007Mid-LevelGermany
Fire Protection Engineer
Suppression SystemsCode Consulting & PBDFire Risk Assessment
Specialized in code consulting and performance-based design.
14+ yrs$60K - $80KBD: Low
FPE-008SeniorSaudi Arabia
Senior Fire Engineering Specialist
Fire Alarm & DetectionCode Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & Simulation
Highly experienced across multiple FP disciplines.
18+ yrs$65K - $90KBD: Low
FPE-009Mid-LevelUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Protection Engineer
General Fire Protection
Solid technical background across standard FP disciplines.
15+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-010Mid-LevelMid-Atlantic US
Fire Safety Engineer
Suppression SystemsCode Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & Simulation
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
6+ yrs$165K - $185KBD: High
FPE-011Early CareerMountain West US
Fire Safety Analyst
Residential & Mixed-UseFederal & Government
Experienced with federal and government project requirements.
2+ yrs$105K - $130KBD: Low
FPE-012Mid-LevelUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Systems Engineer
General Fire Protection
Reliable FP engineer with consistent project delivery.
10+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-013Mid-LevelSaudi Arabia
Fire & Life Safety Engineer
Tunnels & Infrastructure
Versatile fire protection professional with broad capabilities.
15+ yrs$175K - $200KBD: Moderate
FPE-014LeadershipUnited Arab Emirates
Director of Fire Engineering
General Fire Protection
Strong operational leadership across multiple project types.
6+ yrsOn requestBD: Moderate
FPE-015LeadershipUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Protection Group Leader
General Fire Protection
Track record of growing and leading engineering teams.
12+ yrsOn requestBD: Moderate
FPE-016Mid-LevelUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Systems Engineer
Fire Alarm & DetectionCode Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & Simulation
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
14+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-017Mid-LevelDenmark
Fire Protection Analyst
Code Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & SimulationConstruction & Commissioning
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
10+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-018LeadershipSwitzerland
Director of Fire Engineering
Fire Modeling & SimulationIndustrial & Process SafetyFire Risk Assessment
Advanced fire modeling and computational analysis capabilities.
16+ yrs$150K - $175KBD: High
FPE-019Mid-LevelNew England
Fire Systems Engineer
Suppression SystemsCode Consulting & PBDIndustrial & Process Safety
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
13+ yrs$115K - $140KBD: Low
FPE-020LeadershipMidwest US
Fire Protection Engineering Manager
Suppression SystemsCode Consulting & PBDIndustrial & Process Safety
Experienced in building FP departments from the ground up.
7+ yrs$195K - $220KBD: Moderate
FPE-021LeadershipSoutheast US
Fire Engineering Practice Director
General Fire Protection
Experienced in building FP departments from the ground up.
21+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-022LeadershipUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Safety Operations Manager
Industrial & Process SafetyFire Risk AssessmentConstruction & Commissioning
Proven team builder with experience scaling FP practices.
13+ yrs$60K - $85KBD: Moderate
FPE-023Mid-LevelOman
Fire Safety Specialist
General Fire Protection
Versatile fire protection professional with broad capabilities.
10+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-024Mid-LevelSouth Central US
FLS Systems Designer
Suppression SystemsIndustrial & Process Safety
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
13+ yrs$145K - $170KBD: Low
FPE-025Mid-LevelCanada
Fire & Life Safety Engineer
Suppression SystemsIndustrial & Process SafetyResidential & Mixed-Use
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
10+ yrs$55K - $70KBD: Low
FPE-026Mid-LevelUnited Arab Emirates
Fire Engineering Consultant
Suppression SystemsIndustrial & Process SafetyFire Risk Assessment
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
15+ yrsOn requestBD: Low
FPE-027Mid-LevelSoutheast US
Fire Protection Analyst
Industrial & Process SafetyTunnels & Infrastructure
Extensive industrial and process safety experience.
6+ yrs$100K - $120KBD: Low
FPE-028Early CareerAustralia
Fire Protection Engineer I
General Fire Protection
Well-rounded FP engineer with diverse project experience.
2+ yrsOn requestBD: Moderate
FPE-029Early CareerMid-Atlantic US
Fire Protection Technologist
Suppression SystemsFire Alarm & DetectionSmoke Control
Smoke control design and analysis specialist.
2+ yrs$85K - $100KBD: Low
FPE-030LeadershipCanada
Fire Protection Group Leader
Code Consulting & PBDFire Modeling & SimulationIndustrial & Process Safety
Specialized in code consulting and performance-based design.
15+ yrs$140K - $155KBD: High
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Explore the 2026 salary guide How to Hire a Fire Protection Engineer
An informed brief, a realistic salary, and a focused search are the foundations of a successful hire.
01 / 05
Define the technical scope
Clarify whether you need a fire protection engineer (active systems - sprinkler, suppression, alarm), a fire safety engineer (passive protection, means of escape, performance-based design), or a hybrid. This determines the credential requirements: PE/FPE in the US, CEng via IFE in the UK, NICET for technician-level roles.
02 / 05
Benchmark the salary against live market data
Use current placement data, not job board aggregators. A PE-licensed fire protection engineer with 7–12 years of experience commands $120,000–$200,000 in the US depending on location and specialisation. In the UK, a chartered Senior Fire Engineer earns £48,000–£85,000. Underpaying the market by even 10% will eliminate 70%+ of the candidate pool before a conversation starts.
03 / 05
Source from the specialist talent pool
There are fewer than 5,000 PE-licensed fire protection engineers in the US and a similarly concentrated pool of chartered fire engineers in the UK. Generalist job boards and recruiters will surface adjacent profiles (MEP, HVAC, building services) but rarely the specialist fire protection talent. Engage a specialist fire protection recruiter or target SFPE, IFE, and NICET member networks directly.
04 / 05
Screen for technical depth, not just credentials
Ask candidates to walk through a recent project: what codes applied, what design challenges they solved, how they handled an AHJ review. A PE or CEng confirms minimum competence; the project narrative reveals whether they can deliver at the level your firm needs.
05 / 05
Move quickly and competitively on offers
The average time-to-hire for a fire protection engineer is 60–90 days. Top candidates - particularly those with PE/CEng plus performance-based design experience - are typically off the market within 3–4 weeks. A slow process or a below-market offer will lose them to a competitor.
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