Fire Protection Co-op Student

Newcomb & Boyd, a multi-discipline engineering firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia is looking for a Fire Protection Co-op Student to start the Summer and Fall 2025 semesters.

For 100 years, we have been designing innovative systems that bring buildings to life. Our projects positively impact society, from research labs to cure infectious and chronic diseases to smart classrooms to inspire today’s scholars and tomorrow’s leaders. We are known for our sustainable and intelligent approach to design as we develop award-winning solutions for Fortune 500 companies, top healthcare systems, and leading universities.

At Newcomb & Boyd, we value the highest technical competencies, a “team-first” mentality, excellent communication skills, and a self-driven work ethic. We offer ample opportunities for professional growth, as evidenced by industry-low turnover.

As a co-op with Newcomb & Boyd’s Consulting Engineering Group, you will be an integral part of a team of engineers multi-tasking on several projects at various stages of design and construction. With each subsequent semester, responsibility level will increase as you experience many facets of our profession. 

Responsibilities

· Create layouts and designs of Fire Protection systems

· Collaborate with other engineers, consultants, and architects to coordinate aspects of

our designs

· Visit construction sites and review of completed work

· Participate in Owner and Client meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Ability to communicate well in writing, as well as verbally

· A desire to develop their knowledge and grow

· Prioritizes effectively, has good follow-through, and is a self-starter

Education

· Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

We value the co-op program and its impact on our productivity as a firm. Our current full-time engineering staff includes over 30 former co-op students. Newcomb & Boyd also offers several avenues for professional development including a weekly discipline specific program and monthly total engineering and leadership seminars.

Newcomb & Boyd’s impact can be seen through:

· Net Zero Buildings that minimize environmental damage

· Intelligent Building Systems that provide energy and user efficiency

· Research Facilities where scientists work to find cures for chronic diseases

·  Military Bases where our soldiers are housed and trained to defend our country

·  Academic Buildings and student life facilities that educate and inspire students

·  Health Care Facilities where lives are saved daily

Newcomb & Boyd’s sample projects include:

·  Bank of America Plaza

·  SunTrust Plaza

·  Marriot Marquis Hotel

·  Coca-Cola Headquarters

·  The new Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Center for Advanced Pediatrics

In addition, we have provided design services for several facilities:

· University of Georgia campus, including the Veterinary Medical Learning Center, the Center for Molecular Medicine, the Science Learning Center, and Correll Hall.

· Georgia Tech campus, including the Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design — the first major project in the southeast to achieve Living Certification for the Living Building Challenge.

Be a Part of Our Team

Newcomb & Boyd caters to the needs of clients and owners through the design of MEP systems with the integration of additional services including commissioning, acoustics, communications, building automation, theatre systems, security, and lighting design. Our portfolio comprises work across many market sectors, including aviation, civic & cultural, corporate, government, health care, academic, science & technology, and sports.

We offer a flexible work schedule, employee and family social events, health and fitness programs, and many additional benefits. We believe our purpose is to provide engineering solutions to shape the world. Come shape the world with us.

Newcomb & Boyd is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Newcomb & Boyd is an affirmative action employer and ensures that all applicants and employees are treated fairly in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention and compensation.