Coffman Engineers, Inc

Fire Protection Engineer (Structural) - Entry Level

Coffman Engineers, Inc$75K — $90K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Architectural, or Fire Protection) from an accredited institution.
  • EIT, NICET certifications, and PE preferred.
  • 0-3 years of experience in structural design or a related area.
  • Familiarity with software such as Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, and ETABS.
  • Experience with various construction materials like steel, concrete, and wood preferred.
  • Strong communication skills for teamwork and leadership.
  • Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with internal and external clients on fire and life safety code compliance.
  • Assist in design and analysis of automatic suppression and fire detection systems.
  • Develop and analyze fire models, including smoke control and pressurization models.
  • Review building and fire codes to ensure compliance during project execution.
  • Participate in team meetings and collaborate with various engineering disciplines.
  • Conduct research and prepare documentation for both internal and external audiences.
  • Engage with professional organizations to stay updated in the field.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  • Exposure to multidiscipline engineering practices.
  • Professional development through involvement in trade organizations.
  • Engagement in a supportive company culture focused on design excellence.
  • Access to various software and technical resources for engineering projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Designing a better world is more than a career, it's a calling! Come work with a team of professionals dedicated to design excellence at Coffman Engineers' San Diego office.

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented StructuralFire Protection Engineer with zero to three years of experience to perform consulting services for internal and external clients.

You must have a background in Civil / Structural Engineering, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills along with a high-level ability to manage multiple clients and projects at a given time. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, have a desire to learn and grow with a multidiscipline engineering team, and be excited to join in the fun.

Desired Skills and Duties
  • Understand structural building systems, assemblies and components.
  • Provide fire and life safety code consulting for relevant ICC (IBC, IFC, IMC) codes and NFPA standards.
  • Able to assist in performing consulting services for internal clients, utilizing Fire Protection Engineering technical skills, including but not limited to: automatic suppression system design; fire detection, alarm and communication 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.
  • Develop fire models, smoke control models/analysis, and pressurization models/analysis.
  • Review and provide consulting for life safety, building, and fire code compliance.
  • Perform structural calculations based on fire exposure conditions and heat transfer analysis.
  • Participate in internal team meetings and external client meetings.
  • Collaborate with multiple teams across multiple offices in a multidiscipline environment.
  • Perform research and documentation for internal and external distribution.
  • Attend and participate in local and national trade organizations, such as SFPE and NFPA.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering from an accredited college or university in Civil, Structural, Architectural and/or Fire Protection Engineering.
  • EIT, NICET, and PE (preferred)
  • Experience in the structural design of buildings or similar structures (preferred)
  • Experience with computer software programs and analysis systems (such as Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, ETABS, etc.)
  • Design experience with various materials - steel and concrete, masonry, wood and light gauge steel (preferred)
  • Background working in Fire Protection (preferred)
  • General building construction knowledge
  • Strong communication skills essential for a team-based and team-leading working environment.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills required for our fast-paced environment; must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.

Expected Annual Salary Range $75,000.00 - $90,000.00, based on knowledge and experience.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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