Job Details

Overview

Coffman Engineers is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer who will be a Winter 2025 or Spring 2026 graduate with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology. This position supports a multi-discipline engineering team focused on life safety and fire protection concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide life safety code analysis, egress analysis, and fire resistant rated construction analysis.
• Design and analyze automatic suppression systems, fire detection, alarm, and communication systems.
• Design and analyze smoke control systems and perform special inspections; conduct site inspections and witness life safety system testing.
• Perform fire hazard analysis, performance-based design, and contribute to general fire protection and life safety concepts.
• Collaborate with a team and support client objectives through technical mentorship and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
• Ability to work on a highly motivated team, think creatively, and take pride in the work.

Desired Skills & Duties

• Technical writing skills and intermediate computer skills (email, word processing, spreadsheets, simple graphics).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; manage day-to-day client contacts using experience and technology.
• Research and document preparation for internal and external distribution.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn: building and fire code analysis, life safety plans, analysis of existing fire protection systems, and designing new systems including suppression, detection, alarm, and mass notification.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Revit for fire protection system designs.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. No paid relocation.

Company Culture & Benefits

Coffman Engineers focuses on employee development with competitive salary/benefits, a professional office environment, and opportunities to work on exciting projects. Benefits include a flexible PTO program and family-friendly policies. Our Anchorage office is located in the heart of midtown, near restaurants, trails, and shopping.

How to Apply

You must apply online for this position. If assistance is needed, reasonable accommodations are available. If problems arise with the online system, try a different browser or contact Coffman Engineers directly.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on any status protected by law.

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Anchorage, AK — Salary: $90,000.00–$120,000.00