Entry-level Fire Protection Engineer

Coffman Engineers
Houston, Texas 77246 United States  View Map
Posted: May 30, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Summary

    Job Description Job Description Company DescriptionAt Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23locations 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.Job DescriptionCoffman Engineers Houston office is growing and we're looking for an entry-level Fire Protection Engineer who is passionate about their craft and looking for an environment that promotes professional growth.You would support our Fire Protection Department in 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.QualificationsYou would support our Fire Protection Department in 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.Requirements Include:Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in engineering from accredited college or university - Fire Protection specific degree preferred.Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.0-3 years of experience.Experience working in AutoCAD and/or REVIT preferred.General building construction knowledge preferred.Good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work on a high-functioning team.This position is not eligible for sponsorship .Additional InformationWhy You Want to Work HereYou 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 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: -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 andwe willprovidereasonable accommodation.Ifyou are experiencing problems applying through our system, please tryusing a different browser or an updated version of your current browser. If that doesn't work, please contact us directly.Thisposition 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.Follow us!www.coffman.comTwitter:@CoffmanEngineerInstagram:@CoffmanEngineersLinkedIn: -engineersFacebook:@CoffmanEngineers

  • Job Description

    Job Description Job Description Company DescriptionAt Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23locations 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.Job DescriptionCoffman Engineers Houston office is growing and we're looking for an entry-level Fire Protection Engineer who is passionate about their craft and looking for an environment that promotes professional growth.You would support our Fire Protection Department in 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.QualificationsYou would support our Fire Protection Department in 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.Requirements Include:Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in engineering from accredited college or university - Fire Protection specific degree preferred.Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.0-3 years of experience.Experience working in AutoCAD and/or REVIT preferred.General building construction knowledge preferred.Good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work on a high-functioning team.This position is not eligible for sponsorship .Additional InformationWhy You Want to Work HereYou 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 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: -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 andwe willprovidereasonable accommodation.Ifyou are experiencing problems applying through our system, please tryusing a different browser or an updated version of your current browser. If that doesn't work, please contact us directly.Thisposition 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.Follow us!www.coffman.comTwitter:@CoffmanEngineerInstagram:@CoffmanEngineersLinkedIn: -engineersFacebook:@CoffmanEngineers

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