Senior Sprinkler Designer

VIKING FIRE PROTECTION INC; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 stat holidays

5 paid personal days per year

Group Insurance Plan

Job summary

Viking Fire Protection Inc is seeking an experienced fire protection drafting professional in Canada. The role focuses on designing automatic fire sprinkler systems and producing compliant drawings.

You will prepare drawings using AutoCAD, Revit and HydraCAD, position sprinklers, and coordinate BIM with project teams. Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, coordinating with managers and trades, ordering materials via HydraList, and conducting field surveys to support installation drawings.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or Design or HS diploma with equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings based on architectural, structural, and mechanical plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Draft and reproduce sketches, drawings, and plans.
• Position sprinklers on drawings per applicable standards.
• Review and verify drawings per established procedures.
• Perform BIM coordination and project modeling.
• Participate in project meetings with project managers and other trades.
• Order materials based on coordinated drawings using HydraList.
• Conduct field surveys to support installation drawings.

Skills

Fire protection design

AutoCAD

Revit

HydraCAD

BIM coordination

Code standards knowledge

Field surveying

Project coordination

Driver's license

Education

Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or Design

High School diploma with relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HydraCAD

HydraList

Job description

Salary based on experience : $60,000 - $85,000 per year

Job Description

As part of a dynamic design team, you will not only contribute to delivering exceptional service to our clients and ensuring the safety and reliability of their fire protection systems, but you will also have the opportunity to showcase your expertise, influence key design decisions, and play a pivotal role in shaping innovative solutions.

Your primary responsibility will be to design automatic fire sprinkler systems and produce drawings that comply with current codes and standards.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing drawings based on architectural, structural, and mechanical plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Drafting and reproducing sketches, drawings, and plans.
• Positioning sprinklers on drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
• Reviewing and verifying drawings following established procedures.
• Performing BIM coordination and project modeling.
• Participating in project meetings with project managers and other trades to ensure proper coordination.
• Ordering materials based on coordinated drawings using HydraList.
• Conducting field surveys to support installation drawings.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or Design or High School diploma with equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of fire protection drafting experience.
• Proficiency in computer-assisted design with AutoCAD and experience with Revit.
• Knowledge of HydraCAD (an asset).
• Knowledge of standards and codes governing design and installation of automatic fire protection systems.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle
• Viking values, respects, and supports the interests of its employees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualified candidates.
• Salary based on experience: $60,000 – $85,000 per year
• 12 paid Statutory Holidays and 5 paid personal days per year.
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan upon hiring, including the virtual care platform Dialogue for a quick access to healthcare services in many Canadian provinces.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions (4%) following 3 months of continuous service.
• Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs
• Years of service Recognition Program

* This role is currently available within our organization

Industry Standards & Affiliation

Viking systems are designed and installed exclusively according to NFPA standards . Our team uses products that are recognized by ULC and FM Approved standards. Viking Fire Protection also meets pre-qualification requirements by several recognized organizations