Senior Fire Protection Engineer

About the role

KBR is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join its Building Services team in Sydney. This key technical position will lead fire protection design and delivery across complex infrastructure, building and defence projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of complex fire protection systems across major projects.
• Provide technical leadership, quality assurance and review of engineering deliverables.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and support bid preparation and business development.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive innovation in fire protection practices.

Required profile

• Australian citizenship (due to defence project focus).
• Chartered Professional Engineer status or actively working towards chartership.
• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive experience delivering fire protection solutions in buildings, infrastructure or defence environments.

Required skills

• NSW Wet and Dry Fire Accreditation (FPAS, FSD Accreditation, C14/C8 Registered Certifier or equivalent).
• Design, review and delivery of wet and dry fire services systems.
• Preparation and review of fire protection specifications, reports, calculations and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards.
• Working knowledge of Revit MEP (desirable).

What we offer

• Industry‑leading salaries reviewed annually.
• Salary packaging, novated leases and professional membership fee coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements, including start/finish time options and remote work.
• Life/health insurance discounts, parental leave and employee stock purchase plans.
• Career development plans, promotion opportunities and diversity & inclusion support.