Title: Sr. Specialist, Fire Prevention Reports to: Manager, Fire Prevention Location: Holland, MI LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com Summary In this role, you will oversee the fire protection systems, vendor coordination, and fire risk management at our site’s Disaster Prevention Center. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of fire suppression, detection, and alarm systems, ensuring compliance with NFPA, OSHA, and local fire codes. The ideal candidate will have a strong fire engineering background with experience in fire system design and maintenance, as well as the ability to lead fire safety initiatives in a high-risk industrial setting. Responsibilities: + Manage, inspect, and oversee maintenance of fire suppression systems, fire alarms, gas detection systems, and fire sprinklers + Oversee all vendor-related fire system work, including inspections, maintenance, and service contracts + Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, FM Global, and local fire codes + Oversee fire system design improvements, layout modifications, and risk mitigation strategies + Collaborate with engineering teams on fire-rated construction, explosion protection, and egress planning + Issue fire system work permits for maintenance, repairs, and modifications + Oversee vendor work to ensure it meets quality, safety, and contractual standards + Review vendor invoices, identifying and disputing any unnecessary charges + Coordinate fire suppression system projects to minimize disruption while maintaining system integrity + Maintain detailed records of vendor work, inspections, and repairs for compliance tracking + Work with the established maintenance flowchart to identify repairs and maintenance tasks that can be handled in-house + Develop step-by-step repair and maintenance guides for fire system components + Implement preventative maintenance strategies to minimize downtime + Oversee the fire system’s integration with the Fire Dispatch Center, ensuring proper alarm monitoring and response coordination + Train dispatchers on fire system operations, emergency notification procedures, and alarm interpretation + Schedule and coordinate fire system testing, upgrades, and compliance inspections + Conduct fire risk assessments to identify hazards and implement fire engineering solutions + Develop strategies for lithium battery fire prevention, thermal runaway mitigation, and explosion protection + Ensure compliance with hot work permitting and fire prevention best practicesMaintain cleanliness at work site in accordance with 5S3R Standards: + Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain + Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container + Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (required) + Strong knowledge of fire suppression, alarm systems, and gas detection technologies + Experience with fire system design, troubleshooting, and vendor management + Proficiency in NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, FM Global guidelines, International Fire Code (IFC), ISO fire safety standards, MIOSHA regulations, and local fire codes Experience: + Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire protection engineering, fire system maintenance, or fire safety management in an industrial setting + 7 to 10+ years of emergency management experience Skills: + Positive attitude and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals + Excellent organizational and decision-making skills + Adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Standards of Conduct for Emergency Management Professionals + Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA and state/local regulations and requirements + Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team + Proficient in MS Office suite + Outstanding organizational skills + Professional, positive attitude, highly motivated self-starter + Strong organizational skills + Ability to gather data and prepare reports, statements and presentations + Excellent verbal and written communication skills