Manager, Fire Suppression Development
Fike Corporation | |
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing | |
United States, Missouri, Blue Springs | |
704 Southwest 10th Street (Show on map) | |
Jan 10, 2025 | |
Manager, Fire Suppression Development Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Manager, Fire Suppression Development position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide. Job Summary: The Fire Protection Engineering Manager will lead Engineers in the design, testing, and application of innovative fire suppression systems, with a focus on special hazards technologies such as water mist, inert gas, and chemical systems. This individual will drive product development in alignment with commercial strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards such as NFPA, UL, and FM. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership, project management skills, and a commitment to solving complex fire hazard challenges for diverse applications. Primary Responsibilities:
Performs related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance is required Essential Skills: Subject Matter Understanding. Analytical. Computer Applications. Presentation. Business Acumen. Project Management. Delegation. Critical Thinking. Problem Solving. Decision Making. Relationship Building. Job Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical or scientific discipline. Eight years post-degree experience with at least one year of supervisory or project management experience. Backgrounds in fire suppression systems using water and inert gas. Preferred: Hands-on experience working with fire test protocols from UL and FM. NFPA code experience. Compensation
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Refer to Req ID 3341. Please visit our website at www.fike.com to fill out an application. Fike isan Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. |