Design - Sprinkler

Summit Fire & Security; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security in Chantilly, VA, is seeking a Sprinkler Designer to design 2D and 3D fire sprinkler systems ensuring NFPA and local code compliance. Responsibilities include coordinating with architects and MEP trades, creating shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material submittals for review by the project team and AHJs.

The role requires a Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma and 6 months of experience as a Sprinkler Designer or related occupation, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology.
• 6 months of experience as a Sprinkler Designer or related occupation.

Responsibilities

• Design 2D and 3D fire sprinkler systems per NFPA standards and local codes.
• Coordinate sprinkler design with architects and other MEP trades using 3D modeling.
• Prepare shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and submittals for review by Architects, Engineers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Compile stock lists and material requisitions for installation of fire sprinkler systems.

Skills

Sprinkler design

2D/3D design

NFPA compliance

Education

Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma

Tools

3D modeling

Job description

Job Title: Sprinkler Designer

Location: Chantilly, VA

Job Duties

Design the following 2D and 3D Fire sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with project specifications, all applicable NFPA standards and local codes: new construction, mixed use buildings, standpipe systems, fire pumps. Coordinate sprinkler system design using 3D modeling in new and existing structures with architects and other MEP trades. Assist design trainees with field surveys to verify existing conditions, and perform field surveys throughout construction to ensure accurate installation of projects. Prepare shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material submittals for review by Architects, Engineers and Authority Having Jurisdiction. Compile stock lists and material requisitions for the installation of Fire Sprinkler systems along with installation prints.

Requirements

Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology plus 6 months of experience as a Sprinkler Designer or a related occupation

Offered Salary

$58,968 per year

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift <20lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above and below shoulders. Employee will frequently be required to drive and walk for periods.

Work Environment

Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with other. Employees will occasionally be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will be occasionally required to wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affinitive Action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.