Title Fire Protection Engineer (Entry-Level)
Position Number 40884
Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations
City/State Richland, WA
Location 200E
Posted 02/09/2026
Closes 03/09/2026
Regular/Temporary Regular
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.
Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.
Hanford Tank Waste Operations to Closure (H2C) seeks a Fire Protection Engineer (FPE). The FPE advises on compliance with fire related Department of Energy (DOE) requirements, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards, and other applicable requirements. The FPE oversees and provides feedback to the service provider, interacts with all levels of employees and management including the Hanford Fire Marshal and the DOE Fire Protection AHJ, prepares and comments on assessments, reports, design, and procedures.
The Specific duties and responsibilities of the Fire Protection Engineer include but are not limited to the following activities:
Participate in the design, design approvals, and development of fire protection systems and equipment.
Create, review, and approve Fire Hazards Analysis and fire protection assessments.
Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupancy determination, occupant load calculations and egress analysis.
Perform on-site fire protection system evaluations.
Perform oversight of the service provider and craft performing work on H2C fire protection systems.
Provide oversight to various projects and be the interpretive authority for H2C
Review drawings to ensure proper system configuration for both active and passive fire systems.
Interface with the Hanford Fire Marshal and, if qualified as a Deputy Fire Marshal (DFM), function on the behalf of the HFM in performing DFM responsibilities as authorized.
Work closely with nuclear safety staff to maintain the fire hazards analysis for the projects and to support maintenance of the documented safety analysis.
Maintain current knowledge of the codes, principles, practices, and techniques in the field of fire protection engineering to ensure compliance.
Implement programs and procedures to ensure work and facility safety is in accordance with all applicable requirements.
Required Qualifications
Grade 15
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related technical field and one (1) year of related experience.
Grade 16:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related technical field and two (2) years of related experience.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.
Grade 17:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related technical field and five (5) years of related experience.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.
Desired Qualifications
Professional Engineering License in Fire Protection
Experience at DOE/DOD site
Level III Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies in alarms or suppression.
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.
Hiring Range Minimum: $82,000
Hiring Range Maximum: $124,788
H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits
Relocation Funding Provided Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights.pdf)
Pay Transparency Policy Statement
Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
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