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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