Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Maryland
Fire Protection Engineer jobs in Maryland are concentrated in Baltimore, the Washington D.C. suburbs, and Annapolis, with consistent demand from federal contractors, healthcare systems, and large commercial developers across the state. Employers like Leidos, Arup, and the University of Maryland Medical System regularly hire fire protection engineers for roles in suppression system design, life safety code compliance, and fire risk analysis. The market draws candidates from new graduates through senior licensed engineers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At 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 24 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.
Job Description
Coffman Engineers’ is seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Fire Protection Engineer to join our team of professionals!
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.
Qualifications
Requirements Include:
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Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering from accredited college or university
- Fire Protection specific degree is required
- Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) (preferred)
- 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
- Analysis of existing fire protection systems; design new fire protection systems including suppression systems, fire detection, fire alarm and mass notification systems
- Building and fire code analysis and interpretation
Compensation and Benefits
- Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
- Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
- Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)
- 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Additional Information
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 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.
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Coffman at a Glance:
- 47 years in business
- 900+ 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, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire protection engineer jobs across Maryland.
- Active Professional Engineer license in fire protection issued or recognized in Maryland
- Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or closely related engineering discipline
- Experience with NFPA codes and life safety standards applied to commercial or institutional projects
- Proficiency in hydraulic calculation software such as HydraCALC or SprinkCALC
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit for fire suppression and detection system drawings
- Strong written communication skills for code compliance reports and client deliverables
Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a fire protection engineer in Maryland?
To practice as a fire protection engineer in Maryland, you need a Professional Engineer license issued by the Maryland Board for Professional Engineers. The path starts with a bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a related engineering field, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining supervised work experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Maryland also accepts licensure by reciprocity for engineers already licensed in other states.
How much do fire protection engineers make in Maryland?
Fire protection engineers in Maryland earn a median of about $110,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,990 for the lowest 10% to over $181,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire fire protection engineers in Maryland?
Maryland fire protection engineer roles are posted by Coffman Engineers, DLH, and GHD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large hospital systems creates steady demand from both private engineering firms and institutional employers throughout the Baltimore and D.C. corridor.
Which Maryland cities have the most fire protection engineer jobs?
Bethesda, Baltimore, and Hunt Valley lead Maryland for fire protection engineer openings. Baltimore anchors demand through its dense hospital campuses, university facilities, and large commercial construction pipeline, while the D.C. suburbs of Bethesda, Rockville, and Silver Spring draw openings from federal contractors and mixed-use developers who require life safety compliance work on major projects.
Are there remote fire protection engineer jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. Site assessments, system inspections, and coordination with contractors require on-site presence for most fire protection engineering work. About 83% of fire protection engineer openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role tends to be. Code review, report writing, and hydraulic calculations are the tasks most commonly handled remotely when hybrid arrangements exist.
How can I get hired as a fire protection engineer in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a Maryland-based engineering consulting firm as a junior or associate engineer, where you work under a licensed PE on active suppression and detection projects. Large firms operating in the Baltimore and D.C. markets regularly bring on new graduates for design support roles. Completing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before you apply signals readiness and gives you a clear edge. Lateral moves from mechanical or electrical engineering roles are also common, particularly when candidates can show coursework or project exposure in life safety systems.
Where can I find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to fire protection engineer jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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