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Fire Engineer Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

• Performs supervisory duties in the prevention of fire, rescue operations, hazardous chemical response, medical

• response, and protection of life and property. The candidate will act as a supervisor and will assign duties to

• emergency response team members. Candidate attends instruction sessions concerning firefighting methods,

• equipment operation, first aid, and rescue operations. Performs other related work as assigned.

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree, or an associate degree in a Fire Science or an EMS curriculum preferred, and extensive

• experience in emergency response operations.

• Possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's or a basic commercial driver's license and have an

• acceptable driving record.

• Prior completion of state approved Firefighter I and II training preferred.

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of previous experience as full time industrial firefighter or similar

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of firefighting methods and equipment.

• Thorough knowledge of first aid and rescue techniques.

• Thorough knowledge of hazardous materials release response.

• Ability to function calmly and efficiently under conditions of great stress.

• Ability to react quickly in emergency situations and to exercise good judgment.

• Technically proficient in understanding, interpreting, and applying NFPA and/or FM Global standards; and,

• evaluating fire protection systems (automatic sprinklers, special extinguishing systems, etc.)

• Ideal candidate is self-sufficient, organized, and has good written and oral communication skills

• Experience with and ability to assess high hazard occupancies (flammable liquids, combustible dusts, etc.)

RESPONSBILITIES

• Develop fire safety plans and audit for continuous improvements

• Witness hydrant and fire pump flow tests, perform function tests for sprinkler systems, and ensure

• preventative maintenance testing is complete for all fire protection equipment.

• Organize, schedule, attend, and oversee required drills and training for emergency response operations.

• Advise organization on ways to control hazards to reduce or prevent losses. Influence organization to

• implement recommendations.

• Provide technical support and guidance in the areas of fire protection, fire alarm response, rescue

• operations, and general loss prevention.

• Problem solving using the application of Company Standards, NFPA, FM Global or other standard

• methodologies to address technical fire protection issues.

• Perform reviews of fire sprinkler systems, water supply systems, fire alarm systems and provide

• documented findings to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

• Act as incident command and prepare written reports and/or presentations detailing findings for

• emergency response operations.

• Support construction and new manufacturing projects to ensure necessary fire protection standards are

• met.

• Must maintain certifications and training required for this position

About BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence. We have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career.

The Opportunity

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

For more information about BlueOval SK plans, please Follow this link.

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. If you have what it takes to help us lead the transformation of the EV battery business, we’d love to have you join us.

Benefits Include :

• 401k plan with retirement planning services

• 401k company matching after completing three months of service

• Medical and prescription drug coverage

• Dental and vision coverage

• Preventative Care

• Eligibility for great ancillary benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Basic Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and Employee Supplemental Life Insurance

• Access to Paid Time Off (PTO) after completing probationary period and Emergency PTO

• Parental Leave

• Access to Ford Vehicle Discount Program

• Climate-controlled working environment

• For a full list of benefits, visit our website:

• https://blueovalsk.com/opportunities

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Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. BlueOval SK does not sponsor employment VISAs for candidates at this time. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.