Early Career Fire and Safety Engineer in Training; -Duty Service Member DOD Sk

Early Career Fire and Life Safety Engineer in Training (Active-Duty Service Member Only) DOD Skillbridge Program

Join to apply for the Early Career Fire and Life Safety Engineer in Training (Active-Duty Service Member Only) DOD Skillbridge Program role at WSP in the U.S.

We are proud to partner with Skill Bridge and support service members as they transition to civilian life. Our program provides valuable, marketable skills in diverse fields such as engineering, science, technology, environmental services, and business operations.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. We hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure.

We are currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Fire and Life Safety Engineer for the following offices:
Arlington – VA, Boston – MA, Columbia – MD, Dallas – TX, Houston – TX, and New York – NY
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This opportunity provides technical assistance for design, development, site survey, testing, and inspecting of fire and life safety systems on building projects in the public and private sector. Responsibilities include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and optimal integration of automatic sprinkler, fire alarm, mass notification, and smoke control systems.

Additional tasks include assistance with egress analysis, smoke control and egress modeling, and building and fire code analysis review and compliance. The ideal candidate will be accountable to their tasks and ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Please note that this is an unpaid internship, and service members will continue to receive their service member pay and benefits.

• Research building code, life safety code, and fire code requirements, including familiarity with ICC and NFPA codes.
• Assist with design of fire protection and life safety engineering systems including automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire detection and alarm systems, smoke management systems, and egress systems.
• Assist in preparation of fire engineering calculations including smoke modeling and evacuation analysis from simple hand calculations to complex 3D computational modeling.
• Assist in commissioning of fire alarm, fire suppression, smoke control, and life safety systems.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various code requirements, calculations, and design strategies.
• Under general supervision, assist with review of architectural drawings for compliance with building and fire code requirements and produce fire safety strategy documents.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Career Development:
  Structured mentorship and professional development programs.
• Comprehensive Training:
  Virtual and hands‑on training modules.
• Full‑Time Employment:
  Potential path to permanent employment after completing the program.
• Veteran‑Friendly Culture:
  Supportive, inclusive environment with resources for veterans.

• Open to active‑duty service members, preferably with a background in technical fields.
• Must have authorization and approval from a unit commander to participate in the Skill Bridge program.
• Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (with fire protection focus).
• 0 to 1 year of fire protection and life safety experience.
• Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team.
• Basic…