Systems Engineering Technician jobs in Saint Joseph, MO

Education Required:

• BS Fire Science Management, Fire Protection and/or Mechanical Engineering (ABET Accredited Preferred).
• MS is in Fire Management, Protection, and/or Mechanical Engineering and/or another engineering discipline is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• PE License Required; FPE preferred

Other Skills/Abilities or Other Qualifications:

• 10 years' experience in fire protection consulting forensic consulting in the insurance, legal and private industry fields.
• Strong background in fire science and technology, mechanical/electrical theory and systems, fire protection, etc.; skilled in design, installation, operation, testing and maintenance of fire suppression systems, and equipment; significant amount of experience in field investigative issues; thorough understanding of industry-accepted fire suppression standards
• Experience can range from structural fires to machinery and equipment failures to electrical power generation and distribution equipment, and covers such areas as industrial machines, HVAC equipment, construction and heavy machinery, consumer electronics, appliances, tools, and all types of transportation elements such as commercial/industrial vehicles.
• Some areas of expertise should include the following:
  • Personal protection equipment
  • Test apparatus and fixtures
  • Fire protection systems
  • Mechanical and piping systems and equipment
  • Fire and explosion investigation (or willingness to learn)
  • Ability to interact with clients in a professional manner and develop business both internally and externally.
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing.
  • Experience preparing technical reports and providing expert testimony as required.
  • Must be able to work or travel on weekends and holidays as required.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office; familiarity with fire and explosion computer modeling

Physical Demands:

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 occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and sit. Site inspections may require that employees stand, walk, carry tools, and/or work from an elevated position for extended periods of time.

Work Environment:

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 moderate. Noise levels at project sites are variable, and may be loud enough to require hearing protection.

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