Shawn Yates, P.E.
About Shawn Yates, P.E.
Shawn Yates, P.E. is the Manager of the Fire Protection Engineering Department at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, where he has worked since 2019. He has over 25 years of experience in fire protection engineering, including roles at notable firms and extensive project management for military installations.
Current Role in Fire Protection Engineering
Shawn Yates serves as the Manager of the Fire Protection Engineering Department at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group. He has held this position since 2019, overseeing engineering projects and ensuring compliance with fire protection standards. His role involves managing a team that conducts facility condition assessments and ensures that fire protection systems meet code compliance and operational capabilities.
Previous Experience at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Prior to his current position, Shawn Yates worked at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group as a Senior Fire Protection Engineer from 2017 to 2019. In this role, he contributed to various fire protection engineering projects, leveraging his extensive knowledge in the field to design effective systems for diverse facilities.
Professional Background in Fire Protection Engineering
Shawn Yates has a comprehensive background in fire protection engineering, having worked in various capacities over the years. He served as a Fire Protection Coordinator at BSW International from 1994 to 1998 and as a Fire Protection Engineer at Carter & Burgess from 1998 to 2007. He also held the position of Director of Fire Protection Engineering at Jacobs from 2007 to 2017, accumulating a total of over 20 years of experience in the industry.
Education and Qualifications
Shawn Yates earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University, where he studied from 1989 to 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in fire protection engineering.
Expertise in Fire Protection System Design
Shawn Yates possesses extensive experience in designing fire protection systems for various types of facilities, including high-rise buildings, manufacturing plants, and mission-critical installations. He has expertise in designing fire pumps, water storage tanks, and underground water distribution systems, ensuring that all designs meet specific project requirements. Additionally, he coordinates fire protection system designs using integrated CAD and BIM environments, utilizing software such as AutoCAD and Revit.