Fire Sprinkler Designer — AutoCAD & Hydraulics Specialist

The Cahill Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cahill Group is seeking a Sprinkler Designer in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia to develop detailed fire sprinkler system designs and hydraulic calculations for diverse projects. You will coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure designs meet relevant codes and client specifications while conducting site surveys as needed.

Ideal candidates will have fire protection sprinkler design experience, proficiency with design software, and knowledge of NFPA standards;

Qualifications

• Experience designing fire sprinkler systems for commercial, residential or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and local fire codes.
• NICET Certification in Water-Based System Layout is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fire sprinkler designs, layouts and hydraulic calculations using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Revit, etc.
• Ensure designs meet NFPA standards, local codes and client specs.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors and clients to incorporate requirements into designs.
• Conduct site surveys as needed to verify conditions and update designs.
• Prepare submittals, material lists and documentation for project approval and installation.
• Provide technical support to installation teams to ensure adherence to design specs.
• Maintain accurate project records for future references.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design experience

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

NICET Certification in Water-Based System Layout

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HydraCAD

Job description

The Cahill Group is seeking a Sprinkler Designer in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia to develop detailed fire sprinkler system designs and hydraulic calculations for diverse projects. You will coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure designs meet relevant codes and client specifications while conducting site surveys as needed.

Ideal candidates will have fire protection sprinkler design experience, proficiency with design software, and knowledge of NFPA standards;