Job Description

• Conduct detailed structural analysis of fire door assemblies, ensuring compliance with relevant building codes and fire safety regulations, including load calculations and deflection analysis.
• Develop and review fire door designs, specifications, and shop drawings, focusing on structural integrity, material selection, and fire resistance ratings to meet project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturers, contractors, and architects on fire door installation, maintenance, and repair, addressing structural issues and ensuring proper functionality.
• Investigate fire door failures or performance issues, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and documenting findings in comprehensive reports.
• Stay current with industry advancements, code changes, and new fire-resistant materials, integrating them into designs and practices to enhance fire door performance.
• Prepare and present technical presentations and reports on fire door design, performance, and compliance, effectively communicating complex information to various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including fire protection engineers, to integrate fire door systems into overall building fire safety strategies.
• Perform site inspections of installed fire doors to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and codes, identifying and resolving any deficiencies.
• Participate in research and development efforts to improve fire door designs, materials, and manufacturing processes, contributing to advancements in fire safety technology.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related field; a strong foundation in structural mechanics is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on fire protection or building products preferred; showcasing practical application of knowledge.
• Experience with fire door design, testing, and certification processes; demonstrating hands-on experience in the fire door industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders; facilitating project success.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, able to identify and resolve complex structural issues related to fire doors; crucial for ensuring safety.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results; demonstrating organizational skills.

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