About the role
DALLAS/FT. WORTH ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING PRACTICE
Michael Baker International is growing in Dallas/Fort Worth—and we’re looking for talented Architecture and Engineering professionals to help shape what comes next. As we expand our presence across the Defense OEM, Advanced Manufacturing, and Federal markets, we’re building a high-impact, multidisciplinary team positioned to support some of the nation’s most important and mission-critical programs.
This is an opportunity to join a growing regional practice backed by the strength of a national firm. Team members will collaborate with local and national leaders, work alongside recognized industry experts, and contribute to complex projects that advance national security, strengthen advanced manufacturing capabilities, and drive long-term economic growth. For professionals seeking meaningful work, technical challenge, and the chance to help build something from the ground up in a dynamic market, this is an exciting time to join Michael Baker.
What We're Looking For: Join Michael Baker International as a Senior Fire Protection Engineer and take the lead in shaping fire protection strategies across Texas. In this highly visible role, you’ll serve as a client‑facing technical leader—driving project delivery, strengthening key relationships, and guiding solutions that protect people, assets, and mission‑critical operations. You’ll have the full support of Michael Baker’s nationwide Fire Protection Engineering team while maintaining the autonomy to grow and lead our presence in the region.
You’ll engage with fire protection projects from concept through commissioning—developing proposals, leading system designs, conducting site evaluations, and overseeing testing and acceptance. Your work will span a diverse portfolio of systems including fire sprinklers, pumps, high‑expansion foam, clean agents, fire alarm, and mass notification. Projects serve a broad range of industries such as the Department of Defense, data centers, industrial and manufacturing facilities, and commercial clients—allowing you to apply your expertise to complex and highly technical environments.
What You'll Do:
Business development and client management
Be responsible for proposal preparation, project budgets and project work schedules
Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump design
Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysis
Perform on-site system evaluations and perform final system testing
Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines
Business Development:
Grow revenue from existing client base through ensuring high quality work products and regular client interactions.
Attend local industry events to create and maintain networking connections.
Identify and win new work from new and existing clients.
Client Management:
Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide technical expertise.
Present project proposals and updates to clients.
Ensure client satisfaction through effective project delivery.
What You Need to Succeed:
Registered Professional Engineer in Fire Protection
8+ years professional experience
BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering or related field
Experience in fire protection system design including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems
Experience in computer generated hydraulic design
Knowledge and experience of building and design codes, specifically IBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72
US Citizen Required
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $111,000 to $146,000 annually. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY This position can be remote or hybrid, for a candidate located in the Texas region of the United States. Why Choose Us: Medical, dental, vision insurance 401k Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability Professional and personal development Generous paid time off Commuter and wellness benefits
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