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Regeneron lists this Senior Fire Systems Specialist opportunity in rensselaer, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Fire Systems & Life Safety SpecialistAt Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Senior Fire Systems & Life Safety Specialist to monitor, maintain, and improve fire protection systems and life safety protocols across our US IOPS organization. In this role, you will oversee fire protection projects and programs, conduct fire system assessments, respond to life safety incidents, ensure NFPA regulatory compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enhance fire protection and life safety measures. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.When & Where:Location: Rensselaer, New York, United StatesWork model: Onsite Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pmDiscover Your Role:Implement new fire protection technologies and evolving industry standards for fire and life-safety detection and response, partnering with Security Operations, Facilities Maintenance, and Facilities Engineering to integrate them into operationsOversee third-party fire protection contractors and consultants, and manage procurement cycles for fire systems equipment, including budget oversight, purchase orders, and invoice approvalsConduct fire system audits and life safety risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvementsEnsure regulatory and compliance alignment for pharma/manufacturing environments, including Class 1, Division 1 hazardous area and GMP requirementsCoordinate with local fire code officials, the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and other third parties on plan reviews, inspections, and permit processesProvide recommendations on critical initiatives such as long-term fire system upgrades, NFPA compliance audits, and life safety infrastructure improvementsSupport crisis management and emergency response programs, including fire emergency preparedness, incident response workflows, mass notification, evacuation procedures, and business continuity readinessInterpret and apply NFPA and local fire codes to ensure systems meet regulatory and operational requirements in hazardous and explosive environmentsReview, approve, and maintain fire system commissioning reports, configuration baselines, inspection records, and compliance documentationThis Role Requires:Bachelors degree in fire protection, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or a related technical field, and 5+ years of relevant fire systems experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience in pharmaceutical or manufacturing/GMP environments, including hazardous area classifications (Class 1, Division 1)Demonstrated experience with addressable fire alarm systems, clean agent suppression technologies, and Honeywell fire protection platforms, as well as wet and dry suppression systemsProven experience working with the AHJ on plan reviews, inspections, and permitting, and managing fire protection equipment procurement and vendor trade-off analysesAbility to manage multiple concurrent projects from system design through commissioning and maintenance, with knowledge of fire system integration with Building Management Systems (BMS)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including training delivery and executive-level reporting on life safety complianceCertifications such as NICET Fire Alarm Systems, NFPA, or similar recognized industry fire protection certifications preferred; PMP/PgMP or equivalent project experience preferredGowning and Physical Requirements:Full cleanroom attire (examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA)Ability to remove jewelry, makeup and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
Worksite address
rensselaer, NY, 12144, US
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