At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small. The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. 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.

The right team is more than an advantage; it’s a game changer!  We are seeking an entrepreneurial, dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our team of professionals!

Coffman Engineers is seeking an individual who is passionate about their craft, wants to work on a high-functioning team, and looking for an environment that promotes professional growth. The ideal candidate will be a student who wishes to increase their knowledge of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures, learn about computer analysis software systems, and work in a professional fast-paced environment.    

Your primary focus would be 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

The position is hybrid where the staff are in-person three days a week (minimum) and have the option to work remotely two days a week.

What You’ll Do

As a Fire Protection Engineering Intern, you will support the team by:

Assisting with fire protection and life safety engineering tasks, including:

• Fire suppression system layouts and calculations
• Fire detection, alarm, and mass notification system design
• Life safety and egress analysis
• Fire-resistant construction and smoke control evaluation and design
• Assist with site inspections and testing.
• Performing research related to building and fire codes
• Assisting with documentation, calculations, and report preparation
• Utilizing engineering software and tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, spreadsheets, and basic analysis tools
• Participating in team meetings and learn from project discussions
• Contributing positively to office culture, collaboration, and team goals

Compensation

• Expected hourly rate: $18.00 - $22.00
• Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change). 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar preferred
• Strong interest in fire protection engineering and life safety systems
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal formats
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•  Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit is a plus, but not required

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. No paid interview travel or relocation expenses are offered for this position.

Why You Want To Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offer a comprehensive benefits plan, flexible PTO program, an open collaborative environment, professional development, community opportunities, and lively employee activities. But the best part of working here is being in an environment that allows you to be yourself, be respected, work alongside other intelligent motivated people, and have some good hearty fun while you impact the built environment around you!

The Bay Area office of Coffman Engineers was established in 2014 after Coffman had been providing engineering services in this area for many years. Since then, we have grown organically to include four different engineering disciplines working in many different market sectors. We've built the culture of the company in a distinct way.

Our Bay Area office is conveniently located near Lake Merritt in Oakland in a 9-story office building.
Our office space is 3 blocks from a BART station, and close to a wide variety of restaurants and breweries, the lake itself, and all that downtown Oakland has to offer. Also located nearby are San Francisco, ocean beaches, and redwood groves. We welcome the dedicated and the driven to join us.

Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman at a Glance:

• 47 years in business 
• 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• 70+ 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, 2023 

Applying

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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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