Fire Protection Engineer

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.  

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you'll find a place where you'll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.  

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.  

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.  

Cima+ has a long history of success in Eastern Canada and is made up of over 3000 employees across the country.

Our offices in Western Canada are in the midst of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.

CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings.  We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our customers the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our customers and design teams across Canada. Join us and be part of innovative and collaborative work environment.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Fire Protection Engineer for our Vancouver office.  In the heart of building projects, this role will be responsible for designing fire protection systems in accordance with the client's requirements, plans and specifications as well as project standards and regulations in the commercial, industrial, institutional and healthcare sectors. The candidate should be driven to develop innovative solutions to engineering challenges as well as accompanying the clients through the design process.   

While working from the Vancouver office, you'll be able to take advantage of a hybrid work model.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Designing fire protection systems including sprinkler systems, gas suppression system, and aerosol-based systems.
• Carry out field surveys and drawing of the surveys (measurements and location of the  system components
• Produce plans, diagrams, fire matrix, hydraulic calculation, specifications, etc.   
• Ensure compliance with  codes and standards.  
• Conduct field visits and participate in certain stages of supervision of the work.  
• Realization of  audible and visual fire alarm signalling.
• Collect and analyze all the information necessary for the design;
• Identify the standards, regulations and organizations governing the design and installation of  fire protection systems for all mechanical aspects;
• Coordinate with internal and external project teams;
• Ensure that budgets and deadlines are respected.

• A recognized mechanical engineering degree and a P. Eng. designation
• Knowledge of fire protection codes and regulation standards Minimum of  five (5) years of relevant experience in fire protection; 
• Mastering computer-aided drawing with Autocad/Revit
• Valid driver's license.
• Self-motivation and strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)   
• Demonstrate a commitment to client service

The expected salary for this position is from $105,440 to $131,800 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate's experience, training, skills, and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Contact Eric Fenyedi

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Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

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