About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry‑Level Fire Protection Engineer in Portland, OR (hybrid). Working under experienced project leads, you will learn and contribute to fire protection and plumbing system design for buildings. Typical responsibilities include:

• Develop foundational knowledge in fire protection and plumbing system design, modeling, and documentation
• Build proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD for drafting and design
• Provide task-based support for fire sprinkler and fire alarm system design
• Learn to read and apply drawings, specifications, building codes (e.g., NFPA) and industry standards
• Complete assigned work with guidance from project team members
• Support construction administration activities
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations for fire sprinkler systems
• Perform battery sizing calculations for fire alarm systems
• Assist in layout and design of sprinkler, standpipe, special suppression, and fire alarm systems
• Provide task-based support for plumbing system layout when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

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What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Fire Protection preferred)
• Engineer‑in‑Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain registration
• Internship or cooperative‑education experience in building systems or fire protection preferred
• Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD
• Basic hydraulic and analytical skills; strategic, detail‑oriented thinking
• Strong organization, time management, and clear communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Passion for producing high‑quality results and continuous learning

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What We Offer

• Hiring base salary range: $68,600–$80,900 per year
  • This position is eligible for overtime at time‑and‑a‑half where applicable
• Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
  • Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with annual profit‑sharing contributions
  • Professional development reimbursement (licensure, dues)
  • Commuter/parking and cell phone stipends
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Hybrid work schedule (Portland, OR office)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, paid holidays (including an employee‑selected day), and family leave

The base salary range is one component of a competitive compensation package. Exact pay will consider skills, experience, education, credentials, internal equity, and geographic location.

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Additional Details & Commitments

• Location: Portland, OR (hybrid schedule)
• Employment type: Full‑time (contractor classification may apply per posting)
• Confidential Client is committed to pay equity and inclusive hiring practices. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants with disabilities.
• Confidential Client does not accept resumes from third‑party recruiters unless a prior, signed fee agreement is in place.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.