Fire Protection Engineer (2+years)

Coffman Engineers Inc.; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Discretionary bonus

401(k) with matching contributions

Job summary

Coffman Engineers Inc. seeks a skilled Fire Protection Engineer in Auburn, California. The role involves designing fire protection systems, conducting code analysis, and managing client projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with preferred qualifications including PE registration. Experience with AutoCAD and Revit is advantageous. Compensation ranges from $75k to $115k based on experience, along with a hybrid work schedule and other benefits including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant working experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic suppression and fire detection systems.
• Analyze existing fire protection systems.
• Perform building and fire code analysis.

Skills

Experience with AutoCAD

Experience with Revit

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or Fire Protection specific degree

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Job description

Job Description

Our mission is simple: To empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients' success. As a Fire Protection Engineer at Coffman Engineers, you'll be part of a collaborative, creative, and high‑performing team that believes in making a difference for our clients and our communities.

We are seeking a highly skilled, self‑motivated Fire Protection Engineer with two or more years of experience. The role includes designing automatic suppression systems; fire detection, alarm and mass notification systems; code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant construction analysis; smoke control analysis; and general fire protection and life safety concepts and research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university or a Fire Protection specific degree (preferred)
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred; an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or the ability to take the FE exam within the next six months is also considered (preferred)
• 2+ years of relevant working experience
• Experience with the current version of AutoCAD and Revit (preferred)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform everyday computer tasks, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, simple graphics, and computer‑aided drafting.
• Manage day‑to‑day contacts with internal and external clients, utilizing experience and technology to meet expectations.
• Conduct research and document findings for internal and external distribution.
• Analyze existing fire protection systems and design new systems, including suppression systems and fire detection, alarm, and mass notification systems.
• Perform building and fire code analysis and interpretation.
• Utilize FDS, Pyrosim, and CONTAM programs to execute performance‑based design efforts.
• Manage internal projects and client needs using project management skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• Approximate base salary: $75k‑115k based on experience
• Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
• Competitive end‑of‑year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
• Hybrid work schedule (subject to change)
• 401(k) with maximum 5% contribution matching for 9% employee contribution

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.