Fire & Gas Engineer

Job Description

NANA Worley is accepting applications for multiple positions at varying classifications from Fire Protection Engineers to Fire Protection Specialist Engineers dependent on experience and competencies. 

This position provides fire protection discipline support as part of a multi-discipline engineering and design team by researching, specifying, developing, designing, engineering, or testing of fire and gas protective (detection, signaling, notification, mitigation, suppression, and passive protective) systems. Individuals are expected to apply advanced knowledge of engineering principles, methods, and techniques to project assignments.

*This is a full time, non-rotational position located at NANA Worley headquarters in Anchorage, AK. Remote work may be considered on a case by case basis*

*This position is eligible for the NANA Worley employee referral program, available only to current NANA Worley employees*

Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes data such as client design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Analyzes requirements of codes and standards to assess the fire protective elements required to meet fire protective objectives.
• Works with clients to develop a project’s scope of work, estimates, and/or schedules.
• Reviews and approves project drawings, standards, and specifications.
• Develops major equipment, material selection, and construction specifications.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Directs and coordinates construction, installation, fabrication and/or operational testing activities to ensure services, products and/or systems conform to engineering design and client criteria.
• Ensures that all assigned activities and operations comply with applicable codes, regulations, and laws.
• Evaluates field installations and recommends design modifications.
• Coordinates activities with other project disciplines involved in fabrication, operation, application, and installation or repair of various materials, products, or systems.
• Provides technical direction, support and information to other specialists, engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Consistently demonstrates professional skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, communications, operational efficiencies, handling of a client’s changing needs, decision making, and analyzing and solving problems.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

The following describes the education and experience typically required to develop the competencies for each classification level; competencies may be demonstrated with other combinations of education, training, experience, and achievements:

Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution required.
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience, with oil and gas industry experienced preferred; and
• Engineer in Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam preferred.

Senior Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution; and
• 4-10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry; and
• PE license strongly desired

Staff Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution, 8-15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, and PE license; or
• Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience.

Senior Staff Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution, 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, and PE license; or
• Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of experience.

Principal Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution, 20+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, and PE license; or
• Bachelor’s degree and 25+ years of experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Responsible engineering charge of fire protection engineering for at least one major industrial (petroleum production, processing, storage, or transport; nuclear or thermal electrical power plant; paper or chemical process plant; or similar) project from hazard analysis through final commissioning.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in multiple competency areas in fire protection engineering – fire and gas detection, signaling, and control systems; audible and visible notification; gas modeling and gas mitigation systems, fire control and suppression systems, passive fire protection systems; and life-safety egress analysis and site planning studies.
• Ability to successfully delegate tasks as demonstrated by experience with several recent projects.

• Experience with or education in engineering for Cold regions or Arctic conditions.

• Offshore platform fire protection experience.
• Preparation and presentation of peer-reviewed articles in fire protection engineering publications, or and fire protection engineering conferences.
• Performance-based design of audible and visible notification compliant with NFPA 72 and other standards.
• Experience with fire protection of living quarters and camps.
• Experience working as part of project teams performing work in multiple locations (buildings, cities, or countries).
• Licensure as a P. Eng. in Alberta or another Canadian Jurisdiction.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management and client.

Mathematical Skills:

Comprehend and apply principles of calculus, modern algebra, and statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs and theorems. Ability to apply mathematical operations to work projects.

Reasoning Ability:

Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with non-verbal symbols (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in the most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and current versions of AutoCAD design software. Proficiency with the below programs is preferred:

• MS Access
• Use of fire and smoke modeling software
• Use of sprinkler hydraulic modeling software
• Use of Special Hazard gaseous suppression software
• Use of Special Hazard Water Mist suppression hardware
• Use of gas dispersion and thermal hazard software
• Use of modeling software for performance-based design of audible and visible notification compliant with NFPA 72 and other standards
• Use of egress modeling software
• Computer modeling of temperature rise in steel and concrete structural members with and without passive fire protection.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

Analytical

Synthesizes complex or diverse information;

Collects and researches data;

Uses intuition and experience to complement data;

Designs workflows and procedures.                                

 

Design

Generates creative solutions;

Translates concepts and information into images;

Uses feedback to modify designs;

Applies design principles;

Demonstrates attention to detail.

 

Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;

Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;

Develops alternative solutions;

Works well in group problem solving situations;

Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

 

Technical Skills

Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;

Pursues training and development opportunities;

Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;

Shares expertise with others.

 

Interpersonal

Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;

Maintains confidentiality;

Listens to others without interrupting;

Keeps emotions under control;

Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

 

Oral Communication

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;

Listens and gets clarification;

Responds well to questions;

Demonstrates group presentation skills;

Participates in meetings.

 

Team Work

Balances team and individual responsibilities;

Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;

Gives and welcomes feedback;

Contributes to building a positive team spirit;

Puts success of team above own interests;

Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives;

Supports others’ efforts to succeed;

Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

 

Written Communication

Writes clearly and informatively;

Edits work for spelling and grammar;

Varies writing style to meet needs;

Presents numerical data effectively;

Able to read and interpret written information.

 

Strategic Thinking

Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.

 

Safety and Security

Observes safety and security procedures.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.