Facilities Engineer - Fire Protection
Company: TEEMA
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Now Hiring: Facilities Fire
Protection Engineer Location: Tempe & Peoria, AZ (Onsite –
Construction & Operations Support) - starts in both locations, and
then will transition to Peoria, AZ Employment Type: Full-time with
10% bonus Work Authorization: Due to the nature of the projects,
candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents Only We are
seeking a skilled and proactive Facilities Fire Protection Engineer
to support the design, construction, and operations of a
large-scale, high-tech manufacturing facility. This role will lead
efforts to ensure all fire alarm, fire protection, and hazardous
gas monitoring systems are compliant, operational, and optimized to
safeguard people and infrastructure. What You’ll Do: Lead fire
protection efforts during construction and transition into
operational support Ensure compliance with NFPA, ICC, AHJ, and
insurance requirements across all systems Review and guide design
documents and third-party vendor submissions Operate and maintain
fire alarm, suppression, and hazardous gas monitoring systems
Conduct system inspections, perform maintenance, and identify
system malfunctions Develop and lead fire drill plans and emergency
response readiness Create testing, commissioning, and maintenance
documentation for fire protection systems Interpret construction
drawings, verify installation quality, and provide improvement
recommendations ? What You Bring: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
(Associate’s with additional experience may be considered) 3 years
of experience in large-scale fire protection system design,
operation, and compliance Familiarity with detection, suppression,
and life safety systems Strong working knowledge of NFPA, ICC, and
AHJ requirements Ability to review design documents and oversee
construction compliance Proficient in Microsoft Office and
technical drawing software Strong communication, coordination, and
problem-solving skills Ability to work on ladders, at elevation,
and in confined spaces Willingness to work overtime or respond to
off-hours emergencies as needed ? Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in high-tech, cleanroom, or industrial manufacturing
environments Familiarity with utility operations, energy efficiency
initiatives, or environmental facility systems Prior involvement in
commissioning or facilities engineering projects Trade
certifications or licensing related to fire protection systems This
is a unique opportunity to take ownership of critical life safety
systems at a state-of-the-art facility from construction through
operations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact through
smart, compliant, and proactive fire protection engineering— we
want to hear from you. Apply today and help build and protect the
future.
Keywords: TEEMA, Chandler , Facilities Engineer - Fire Protection, Engineering , Phoenix, Arizona
