Senior, Fire Protection Engineer

LAPORTE is looking for a Senior Fire Protection Engineer with ideally 7 to 10 years of experience in the design and implementation of fire protection systems, to join our team in Toronto. The selected candidate will actively contribute to large-scale industrial projects and ensure the quality and compliance of fire protection systems across a variety of manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform code analysis and ensure compliance with applicable standards (NFPA, NFC, and local regulations);
• Design fire protection systems (sprinklers, suppression systems);
• Prepare technical documents: drawings, specifications, reports, and calculations;
• Provide technical support during construction: coordination, inspections, and commissioning;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, process, building) to integrate fire protection systems into projects;
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and partners to ensure quality and compliance with requirements;
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and professionals within project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant specialization;
• Licence Engineer of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) ;
• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in fire protection, ideally within the industrial sector;
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NFPA, NFC);
• Ability to manage complete projects, from design through commissioning;
• Excellent communication skills; bilingualism (French/English) is an asset;
• NFPA membership and/or CFPS designation are considered strong assets.

Benefits – What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. Personal/Sick leave : 5 days;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

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