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Fire Alarm Electrical Engineer
Buena Park, California, 90621-2268, United StatesAll locationsBuena Park, California, 90621-2268, United StatesChicago, IL Hybrid
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TypeFull-time
Work settingHybrid
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About the role
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware engineer who combines sound regulatory judgment with strong communication and leadership skills. You will thrive in highly regulated environments, demonstrate confidence in technical decision-making, and effectively balance safety, compliance, product quality, and business objectives.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical discipline
- Minimum 7 years of engineering experience with regulated or safety-critical products
- Hands-on experience working with UL certification or comparable third-party certification bodies
- Experience with fire alarm systems, life safety products, or similar regulated systems
- Experience operating within a global or matrix organization, balancing regional accountability with global alignment
- Strong understanding of UL 864, UL 268, FM Approvals requirements, and applicable NFPA standards
- Familiarity with NFPA 72 and expectations of U.S. Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
- Deep understanding of system-level behavior involving hardware, firmware, interoperability, and life safety systems
- Knowledge of certification processes, compliance documentation, validation activities, and regulatory risk management
- Commercial awareness with the ability to balance compliance, product quality, schedule, and business impact
- Ability to analyze and explain system-level interactions between fire alarm control panels and connected devices
- Strong technical troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving capabilities
Locations
Buena Park, California, 90621-2268Chicago, IL