Fire Protection Engineer (0-3 years)

Coffman Engineers; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Fire Protection Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in designing innovative fire safety solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values creativity and growth. You will be involved in designing automatic suppression systems, conducting fire safety analyses, and ensuring compliance with building codes. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this role is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Flexible PTO

Family-friendly policies

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required, preferably in Fire Protection.
• 0-3 years of experience in fire protection engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic suppression and fire detection systems.
• Perform code analysis and egress analysis for fire safety.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Fire Protection specific degree

Tools

Computer-Aided Drafting

Job description

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Company Description
At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description
Coffman Engineers is seeking a highly motivated Fire Protection Engineer with zero to three years of experience to join our team of professionals! Our office is willing to train the right individual in this growing discipline.

You will support our Fire Protection Department in providing clients with: automatic suppression system design; fire detection, alarm and mass notification system design; code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant construction analysis; smoke control analysis; and general fire protection and life safety concepts and research.

Qualifications
Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering from an accredited college or university
• Fire Protection specific degree required
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) (preferred)
• 0-3 years of working experience
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit (preferred)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Required Duties and Skills:

• Computer skills necessary for daily activities, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, simple graphics, and a working knowledge of computer-aided drafting
• Managing day-to-day contacts with internal and external clients while utilizing experience and technology to meet expectations
• Performing research and documenting for internal and external distribution
• Analysis of existing fire protection systems; design of new fire protection systems including suppression, detection, alarm, and mass notification systems
• Building and fire code analysis and interpretation

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here
Our culture sets us apart. We are a group of creative, high-performing people who enjoy working together and believe our work makes a difference. Employees experience a friendly, collaborative environment with the benefits of a large firm. We support professional growth and personal development.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including flexible PTO and family-friendly policies. Our culture drives everything we do.

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Coffman at a Glance:

• 45 years in business
• 850+ employees across more than 23 locations
• Multidiscipline engineering services, corrosion control, commissioning, project/construction management
• 70+ employees in 9 offices providing Fire Protection services since 2014
• Awards and recognitions including Top Engineering Firms and Hot Firm List

Applying

Apply online. For assistance, contact us for reasonable accommodation. Use a different browser if needed. This position is with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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