Fire Sprinkler Designer

SouthWest Fire Protection; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthWest Fire Protection seeks a Fire Sprinkler Designer for a full‑time, on‑site role in Winnipeg, MB. You will prepare detailed sprinkler system designs and layouts, interpret drawings, perform hydraulic calculations, and select equipment to meet client needs and codes.

Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and installation teams, you will ensure designs are practical, code‑compliant, and aligned with project timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong technical design skills with CAD or similar drafting software for fire protection.
• Knowledge of NFPA and local fire codes and their application in design work.
• Analytical and mathematical skills for hydraulic calculations and system sizing.
• Effective communication and collaboration with project teams, contractors, and clients.
• High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Prior experience in fire sprinkler design or related field is an asset.
• Post-secondary education or technical training in engineering technology, drafting, or related discipline is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and stay current with evolving fire protection technologies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed fire sprinkler system designs and layouts.
• Interpret architectural and engineering drawings and develop hydraulic calculations.
• Coordinate CAD drawings and design documents with project teams.
• Select equipment and materials to meet specifications and code requirements.
• Update designs based on field conditions and assist with permitting documentation.

Skills

CAD drafting

NFPA knowledge

Hydraulic calculations

Communication

Detail orientation

Project collaboration

Fire sprinkler design experience

Education

Post-secondary education or technical training in engineering technology or drafting

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Description SouthWest Fire Protection is a certified fire protection company dedicated to providing reliable, compliant, and high-quality fire safety solutions. The organization focuses on designing, installing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems that protect people, property, and businesses across diverse environments. SouthWest Fire Protection operates with a strong commitment to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and professional service. Team members work in a collaborative environment where technical expertise and attention to detail are highly valued, and where ongoing learning and industry knowledge are encouraged.

Role Description The Fire Sprinkler Designer is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Winnipeg, MB, responsible for preparing detailed fire sprinkler system designs and layouts in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. Day‑to‑day tasks include interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, developing hydraulic calculations, selecting appropriate equipment and materials, and producing coordinated CAD drawings and design documents. The person in this role collaborates with project managers, engineers, and installation teams to ensure designs are practical, code‑compliant, and aligned with project timelines and budgets. Additional responsibilities may include updating designs based on field conditions, assisting with permitting documentation, and supporting quality assurance checks throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Strong technical design skills, including experience with CAD or similar drafting software for fire protection.


• Knowledge of applicable fire codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, local building and fire codes) and the ability to apply them in design work.


• Solid analytical and mathematical skills for hydraulic calculations and system sizing.


• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with project teams, contractors, and clients.


• High attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.


• Prior experience in fire sprinkler design, fire protection engineering, or a related field is an asset.


• Post‑secondary education or technical training in engineering technology, drafting, or a related discipline is preferred.


• Willingness to learn and stay current with evolving fire protection technologies, standards, and best practices.