Experienced In-House Fire Sprinkler Engineer

G&A FIRE PROTECTION CORPORATION; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

40-hour work week (in-house)

Job summary

G&A Fire Protection Corp. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Engineer for an in-house, full-time role. The position is on-site, overseeing design from concept through city approvals and field execution, collaborating with internal teams, developers, and general contractors.

Responsibilities include full-scope system design for residential to high-rise projects, NFPA 13/14 compliance, hydraulic calculations, and city submittals. A stable, in-house team offers growth within a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Formal certifications are a plus but not required if you have a solid track record of successful projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and HydraCAD preferred; training available.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and local code approvals.
• Strong verbal and written communication to coordinate with officials and teams.
• 100% in-house, on-site position (40 hours/week). No remote work.

Responsibilities

• Full-Scope System Design: Design fire sprinkler and standpipe systems for residential to high-rise developments.
• Calculations & Code Compliance: Perform hydraulic calculations, generate fabrication drawings, ensure NFPA compliance.
• Permitting & City Submittals: Prepare and track plan packages through AHJs and city departments.
• Cross-Trade & Field Coordination: Coordinate with GC, developers, architects, and trade partners.
• Teamwork: Work on-site with internal engineering and design staff.

Skills

Strong design fundamentals

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Engineer (In-House / Full-Time)

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hrs/week | No Remote | No Overtime)

About Us

G&A Fire Protection Corp. was established in 1991, and over the decades we have built our reputation by performing at the highest professional level in our industry. We pride ourselves on delivering top-tier fire protection design and engineering solutions across residential, commercial, and high-rise developments.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time, in-house Fire Sprinkler Engineer capable of taking system designs from initial concept all the way through city approval and field execution.

Working directly alongside our internal engineering team, developers, and general contractors, you will lead hydraulic calculations, detail coordination, and submittals for projects ranging from single-family homes to complex commercial high-rises.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-Scope System Design: Design fire sprinkler and standpipe systems across a wide range of project types, including single-family residential, commercial, and multi-story high-rise developments.
• Calculations & Code Compliance: Perform detailed hydraulic calculations, generate fabrication drawings, and ensure full compliance with NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and local building/fire codes.
• Permitting & City Submittals: Prepare, submit, and track plan packages through local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and city departments until approval.
• Cross-Trade & Field Coordination: Collaborate directly with General Contractors (GCs), developers, architects, and trade partners to resolve field clashes and coordinate routing.
• Teamwork: Work full-time (40 hrs/week) on-site alongside our internal engineering and design staff.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven Experience First: We value real-world experience, design skills, and quality final products above all. Formal certifications are a plus, but not required if you have a solid track record of successful projects.
• Software: Experience with AutoCAD and HydraCAD is preferred. However, if you are a quick learner with strong design fundamentals, we are willing to train the right candidate on our specific CAD software stack.
• Code Expertise: In-depth knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and local jurisdiction approval processes.
• Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with city officials, GCs, and project teams.
• Work Arrangement: 100% in-house, on-site position (40 hours/week). No remote work and no overtime expectations—just a reliable, balanced 40-hour schedule.
• Assessment: Candidates will undergo a practical skills test during the interview process to evaluate design proficiency and code application.
• Competitive base salary based on experience (80k-120k Yearly)
• Paid Time Off: Paid holidays + paid sick leave
• Stable, strictly 40-hour work week in a supportive in-house environment