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# Principal Fire Systems Specialist

- **Company:** Regeneron
- **Location:** Rensselaer, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Systems Integration
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/3ABEE4172E1B486C82BF9CB1C54D496A/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in fire protection, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent education and experience), plus 8+ years (Principal) or 10+ years (Staff) of fire systems experience in pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments
 * Demonstrated experience in pharmaceutical/manufacturing environments with familiarity with GMP facilities, regulated operations, and hazardous area classifications (Class 1, Division 1)
 * Hands-on experience with addressable fire alarm systems, clean agent suppression, Honeywell platforms, and wet/dry suppression systems; experience supporting or leading standards development and technical evaluations
 * Track record working with the AHJ on plan reviews, inspections, and permitting; experience managing equipment procurement and vendor trade-off analyses
 * Proven leadership of complex cross-functional initiatives, with the ability to influence stakeholders, work through ambiguity, and develop long-term roadmaps aligned to business objectives
 * Strong negotiation and strategic vendor management skills (scope development, performance management)
 * Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects from design through commissioning and maintenance, with knowledge of fire system integration with Building Management Systems (BMS)
 * Excellent communication skills, including training delivery and executive-level reporting on life safety compliance
 * Preferred: NICET Fire Alarm Systems, NFPA-related credentials, or similar; PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management experience
 * Gowning 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

Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role

## Description

* Strategy and standards: Lead enterprise-wide fire and life safety standardization and improvement across pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring GMP and hazardous area compliance. Develop standards for system design, documentation, and lifecycle management.
 * Technology and upgrades: Partner with Security Operations, Facilities Maintenance, and Facilities Engineering to implement new fire protection technologies and evolving NFPA standards. Lead long-term system upgrades and NFPA compliance programs.
 * Leadership: Lead and influence cross-functional teams (internal staff, contractors, consultants, staff augmentation, temporary workers). Provide direct supervision of staff as assigned.
 * Vendor management: Oversee third-party fire protection contractors and consultants through full project lifecycles, including procurement, budgets, purchase orders, and performance evaluations.
 * Audits and risk: Conduct fire system audits, life safety risk assessments, and operational reviews using formal frameworks (FMEA, HAZOP).
 * Compliance: Ensure alignment with pharmaceutical/GMP requirements, including Class 1, Division 1 hazardous areas, and coordinate with local fire code officials and the AHJ. Review, approve, and maintain commissioning reports, configuration baselines, inspection records, and compliance documentation.
 * Emergency readiness: Support crisis management and emergency response, building sustainable models for fire preparedness, incident response, and business continuity.
 * Continuous improvement: Identify root causes of recurring issues, implement preventive programs, and develop performance and reliability metrics.