Commissioning Engineer- Fire Suppression

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What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

• On the job/cross training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

Pre-Action Fire Suppression Systems

• Verify installation of pre-action sprinkler systems as per approved shop drawings and specifications.
• Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing of piping networks.
• Test operation of:
  • Deluge valves
  • Pre-action valves
  • Detection and releasing panels
  • Solenoid valves
  • Supervisory and pressure switches
• Verify sprinkler coverage, pipe supports, and system zoning.
• Test single-interlock and double-interlock pre-action systems.
• Simulate alarm and release sequences to validate system functionality.
• Coordinate with Fire Alarm System vendors for interface testing.

Gas Suppression Systems

• Commission clean agent systems such as:
  • FM-200 (HFC-227ea)
  • Novec 1230
  • Inergen
  • IG-541
  • CO₂ systems (where applicable)
• Verify cylinder installation, pipework, nozzles, and discharge arrangements.
• Conduct enclosure integrity (door fan) tests where required.
• Verify operation of:
  • Releasing control panels
  • Manual release stations
  • Abort switches
  • Pressure switches
  • Sounders and strobes
• Perform cause-and-effect testing for gas release sequences.
• Coordinate actual or simulated discharge testing as per project requirements.
• Ensure all safety interlocks and shutdown functions operate correctly.

Testing & Documentation

• Prepare commissioning checklists and test procedures.
• Record test results and maintain commissioning reports.
• Generate punch lists and monitor closure of commissioning observations.
• Prepare as-built documentation and handover packages.
• Provide customer training on system operation and maintenance.
• Support authority inspections and acceptance testing activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
  • NFPA 13
  • NFPA 72
  • NFPA 2001
  • NFPA 12 (for CO₂ systems)
  • FM Global requirements
  • Local fire authority regulations
• Follow site safety procedures and permit-to-work requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments before testing and system activation activities.

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