Coffman Engineers
Fire Protection Engineer (6+ years)
Coffman Engineers, Westminster, Colorado, United States, 80031
Overview
Coffman Engineers is seeking a
Fire Protection Engineer
with six or more years of working experience to be part of our Denver office growth and culture. The successful candidate will have a desire to work, grow, and collaborate with a multi-discipline engineering team. They are passionate about their craft and seek an environment that promotes professional growth, diverse experience, and professional excellence.
The Denver Fire Protection Engineering department collectively has 50+ years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering across our department of six. We enjoy working together collaboratively in the office while supporting and challenging each other to deliver good engineering work that makes the world a safer place.
Responsibilities
Provide fire protection engineering design and analysis, including fire and life safety code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant rated construction analysis; automatic suppression system design and analysis; fire detection, alarm and communication system design and analysis; smoke control design and special inspections; and general fire protection and life safety concepts.
Work with a multi-discipline team (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and project/construction management) to meet client objectives.
Develop performance-based designs and engineering judgments for code alternatives; perform analysis of existing fire protection systems and design new systems (including suppression, detection, alarm, and mass notification).
Contribute to project management activities, client communications, and peer reviews; participate in professional organizations as appropriate.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from an accredited college or university in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Sciences. Degree in another engineering field with fire protection experience also considered.
Six (6) or more years of experience in the fire protection engineering/consulting profession.
Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain PE within 2 years; NICET level III/IV also considered.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
Ability to work on a highly motivated team, think creatively, and be committed to expanding knowledge and skills.
Desired Skills and Duties
Intermediate computer skills (email, word processing, spreadsheets, basic graphics).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection software packages (e.g., CONTAM, FDS).
Strong report writing and persuasive technical communication skills.
Ability to manage day-to-day client contacts and internal projects with a focus on meeting expectations.
Project management experience for internal and external client needs.
Participation in local and national professional organizations (SFPE, NFPA).
Ability to provide peer reviews of colleagues’ work products; develop an area of expertise within fire protection engineering.
Perform building and fire code analyses and interpretations; prepare performance-based designs and fire hazards analyses.
Develop engineering judgements for code alternatives; analyze existing fire protection systems and design new systems (suppression, detection, alarm, mass notification).
Conduct research and documentation for internal and external distribution.
Compensation and Employment This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The expected salary for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 annually.
Additional Information Coffman Engineers focuses on its employees, offering professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary/benefits package and a professional office environment with exciting projects. Coffman has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work by the Denver Business Journal.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and family-friendly policies. See more about benefits at www.coffman.com/careers. Our Denver Metro office is located in Westminster, CO. We welcome the dedicated and driven to join us.
Equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Applying You must apply online for this position. If you are unable to complete our online application process, or need assistance, please let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.
If you experience problems applying, try a different browser or contact us directly.
Company at a glance
Westminster, CO • Denver, CO
Multidiscipline engineering services including corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
Follow us: www.coffman.com
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Fire Protection Engineer
with six or more years of working experience to be part of our Denver office growth and culture. The successful candidate will have a desire to work, grow, and collaborate with a multi-discipline engineering team. They are passionate about their craft and seek an environment that promotes professional growth, diverse experience, and professional excellence.
The Denver Fire Protection Engineering department collectively has 50+ years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering across our department of six. We enjoy working together collaboratively in the office while supporting and challenging each other to deliver good engineering work that makes the world a safer place.
Responsibilities
Provide fire protection engineering design and analysis, including fire and life safety code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant rated construction analysis; automatic suppression system design and analysis; fire detection, alarm and communication system design and analysis; smoke control design and special inspections; and general fire protection and life safety concepts.
Work with a multi-discipline team (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and project/construction management) to meet client objectives.
Develop performance-based designs and engineering judgments for code alternatives; perform analysis of existing fire protection systems and design new systems (including suppression, detection, alarm, and mass notification).
Contribute to project management activities, client communications, and peer reviews; participate in professional organizations as appropriate.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from an accredited college or university in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Sciences. Degree in another engineering field with fire protection experience also considered.
Six (6) or more years of experience in the fire protection engineering/consulting profession.
Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain PE within 2 years; NICET level III/IV also considered.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
Ability to work on a highly motivated team, think creatively, and be committed to expanding knowledge and skills.
Desired Skills and Duties
Intermediate computer skills (email, word processing, spreadsheets, basic graphics).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection software packages (e.g., CONTAM, FDS).
Strong report writing and persuasive technical communication skills.
Ability to manage day-to-day client contacts and internal projects with a focus on meeting expectations.
Project management experience for internal and external client needs.
Participation in local and national professional organizations (SFPE, NFPA).
Ability to provide peer reviews of colleagues’ work products; develop an area of expertise within fire protection engineering.
Perform building and fire code analyses and interpretations; prepare performance-based designs and fire hazards analyses.
Develop engineering judgements for code alternatives; analyze existing fire protection systems and design new systems (suppression, detection, alarm, mass notification).
Conduct research and documentation for internal and external distribution.
Compensation and Employment This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The expected salary for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 annually.
Additional Information Coffman Engineers focuses on its employees, offering professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary/benefits package and a professional office environment with exciting projects. Coffman has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work by the Denver Business Journal.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and family-friendly policies. See more about benefits at www.coffman.com/careers. Our Denver Metro office is located in Westminster, CO. We welcome the dedicated and driven to join us.
Equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Applying You must apply online for this position. If you are unable to complete our online application process, or need assistance, please let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.
If you experience problems applying, try a different browser or contact us directly.
Company at a glance
Westminster, CO • Denver, CO
Multidiscipline engineering services including corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
Follow us: www.coffman.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr