Engineering Coordinator

Engineering Coordinator Compensation : $27.00 – $32.00 hourly. Full-time non-exempt . About Us Founded in 1980 in Huntington Beach, CA, Pyro Comm Systems has grown into one of California’s premier fire alarm and low voltage contractors. With over four decades of proven expertise, we proudly serve clients from our offices in Irvine, Carlsbad, and the San Francisco Bay Area. We specialize in design, engineering, and installation of Fire/Life Safety, Security Intrusion, Voice & Data, CCTV, Access Control, and more. Our reputation is built on a foundation of quality, customer satisfaction, and a team of dedicated professionals—many of whom have over 20 years of service with the company. Summary Description This position will provide critical coordination and administrative support to the Engineering Department, helping improve project organization, communication, scheduling, and permitting workflows. The role is expected to increase efficiency, reduce delays, and ensure projects move through the engineering and permitting process more smoothly and accurately. Desired Qualifications and Background The Engineering Design Coordinator position is intended to be a project coordination and administrative role and does not require engineering, design, or fire alarm system design experience. Key Responsibilities Submit project applications to Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) through online permitting portals. Coordinate with permit runners for over-the-counter permit submissions. Manage and file project documents returned by AHJs. Review AHJ comments and distribute them to the appropriate designers. Track, schedule, and coordinate project revisions for timely resubmittal. Collaborate with Project Administrators regarding newly awarded projects. Coordinate with the Engineering Manager to manage designer workloads and project assignments. Initiate project turnover meetings. Facilitate turnover meetings between Sales, Operations, and Design teams. Maintain and update engineering work-in-progress (WIP) reports, project schedules, and status tracking. Lead weekly engineering department meetings and provide project status updates. Perform drawing QA/QC reviews for non-code-related requirements prior to submittal. Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to grammar, spelling, and professional correspondence. Proven experience coordinating communication among multiple teams, departments, and stakeholders. Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience facilitating team collaboration, meetings, and follow-up activities to ensure project milestones are achieved. Proficiency in document management, scheduling, and tracking project status. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Physical and Environmental Demands Sitting – Constantly (6-8 hours/daily) Walking – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Standing – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Standing on Ladder – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Bending (Neck and Waist) – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Twisting (Neck and Waist) – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Lifting 0-20 lbs. – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Carrying 0-20 lbs. – Occasionally (0-3 hours/daily) Benefits Employee benefit plans include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Life insurance plans. Employee contributions are required. Basic Life/AD&D insurance and Long-Term Disability at no cost to you. Supplemental AFLAC Plans available at the employee’s expense. 401K Retirement plan. Vacation days. CA Paid Sick Leave earned per state law requirements. Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after, and Christmas Day. Pyro-Comm Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, genetic information, age, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr