Fire Protection Engineering Designer (5+Years)

Coffman Engineers, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Competitive end of year discretionary bonus

Paid overtime

Job summary

Coffman Engineers, Inc. is seeking a skilled Fire Protection Engineering Designer in Oakland, CA, to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in fire protection systems, specializing in design and analysis of suppression and detection systems.

This role promotes a collaborative work environment and provides opportunities for client engagement, requiring strong communication and project management skills. Comprehensive benefits including a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $125,000 USD annually and a hybrid work schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in fire protection systems or engineering consulting.
• Experience with inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and analyzing fire alarm systems, including suppression and detection systems.
• Managing client relationships and expectations.
• Performing building and fire code analysis.

Skills

Fire protection systems knowledge

Client communication skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Fire Protection Engineering Designer (5+Years)

• Full-time
• Office: Oakland, CA
• Compensation: USD 95,000 - USD 125,000 - yearly

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.

Our mission is simple: To empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients’ success. As a Fire Protection Engineering Designer 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. You’ll experience a culture where your growth and contributions truly matter.

Coffman Engineers is seeking a highly skilled, self‑motivated, Fire Protection Engineering Designer with five or more years of experience. This individual will have an interest in working with professionals on challenging projects providing our 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; as well as general fire protection and life safety concepts and research. Candidates should also have interest and expertise in successfully managing client and team relationships through challenges that may arise.

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering, sciences, or related fields.
• Minimum5+ years of relevant experience in fire protection systems or engineering consulting.
• Project or Construction Management experience in the specified industries and sectors.
• Experience with the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance requirements of fire alarm systems.
• Practical knowledge of major fire alarm manufacturers’ current product offerings and legacy products. Manufacturers product certifications preferred.
• Ability to develop proposals, execution plans, and technical engineering reports.
• Ability to communicate with clients/stakeholders effectively.
• Reading and reviewing project drawings including plans, sections, and bill of materials.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the current version of AutoCAD and Revit (preferred).

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.
• Performing analysis of existing fire alarm systems, as well as designing new fire alarm systems including suppression systems, fire detection, alarm and mass notification systems.
• Performing building and fire code analysis and interpretation.
• Review product data submittal and shop drawings for concurrence with project specifications and specific manufacturer’s installation instructions, product listing requirements and maintenance and testing requirements.
• Project management skills for managing internal projects as well as external client needs.

Compensation:

• Approximate Base Salary –$95k-125k 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 of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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