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Fire Protection Engineering Designer (5+Years)

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Coffmanengineersinc logoCoffmanengineersinc · Oakland, CA
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Approximate Base Salary - $95k-125k based on experiencePaid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rateCompetitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performanceHybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee ContributionThis position is not eligible for sponsorship.Why You Want to Work HereCoffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family-friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.Don't take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htmCoffman at a Glance:47 years in business850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locationsMulti-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014#34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022#29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021#161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023ApplyingYou must apply online for this position. If you are unable to complete our online application process, or if you need assistance to do so, let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.If you are experiencing problems applying through our system, please try using a different browser401(k)Paid time offFlexible schedulePerformance bonus

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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. Candidate 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. Minimum 5+ 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. Manufactures 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 bills of materials. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Experience with the current version of 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. 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.


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