Engineer-in-Training

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

Our Fire Protection Practice is looking for a recent fire protection engineering graduate to join our team! This person will support our local design projects in the Mid-Atlantic region as they develop their skills within the fire protection industry.

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

This job entails:

• Under the guidance of senior engineers, perform engineering assessments, life safety and code analysis, calculations, and fire protection system(s) design.
• Design fire protection systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, and mission critical facilities.
• Candidate will work to produce 3‑D designs of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and means of egress analysis, working to support architects and engineers in building design.
• Candidate will perform code analysis to ensure required features of fire protection and life safety are appropriately incorporated into designs.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines within KCI to ensure design satisfies project constraints.
• Receive mentorship from a variety of senior fire protection engineers with different backgrounds and areas of expertise during the candidate’s career pathway to Professional Licensure.

• Familiarity with International Code Council (ICC) codes and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Knowledge of egress modeling and sprinkler layout software.
• General knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Specific past experience with sprinkler and fire alarm design.
• Knowledge of sprinkler hydraulic calculation software.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
• B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) or related engineering from an ABET‑accredited 4‑yr university.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation

• 0‑2 Years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑Accredited Program
• General knowledge of required design software (Micro Station, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to think critically.

• Previous internships or work experience in the Engineering field.

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.