Fire Protection Designer

CM Mission Critical Engineering, or CM|MC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Mission Critical Engineering, or CM|MC in Atlanta, GA, designs fire protection systems for data centers and mission-critical facilities. The Fire Protection Designer develops construction documents and coordinates with architectural, structural, and MEP teams to ensure clash-free drawings, applying NFPA 13, 14, 20, 72, IBC/IFC, and local amendments.

Under the Fire Protection Engineer of Record's direction, the designer produces detailed sprinkler, standpipe, fire pump, and fire alarm layouts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of Fire Protection Design experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoSPRINK, or AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of NFPA and ICC codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Produces highly detailed, coordinated construction drawings across all disciplines.
• Coordinates with internal team members to support project success.
• Integrates into a highly technical team & consistently delivers high-quality work.
• Designs compliant & effective fire protection systems & fire alarm systems.
• Assists with submittal reviews, RFIs, & construction-phase documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Pressure tolerance

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoSPRINK

AutoCAD

Job description

Fire Protection Designer

CM Mission Critical Engineering, or CM|MC Atlanta, Georgia, United States

About this position

At CM Mission Critical Engineering, we strive to provide innovative and sustainable engineering solutions that meet the needs of our mission critical clients while pushing the limits of today's technologies and setting tomorrow's standard for success.

Job Title: Fire Protection Designer

Reports to: Principal

Job Summary:

The Fire Protection Designer develops fire protection system designs and construction documents for data center and mission-critical facilities, working under the direction of the Fire Protection Engineer of Record. This role models and lays out sprinkler, standpipe, fire pump, and fire alarm systems in Revit, coordinating with architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to produce clash-free, constructible drawings. The designer applies NFPA 13, 14, 20, and 72, the IBC and IFC, and local amendments to every design.

Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Produces highly detailed, coordinated construction drawings across all disciplines


• Coordinates with internal team members to support project success


• Integrates into a highly technical team & consistently delivers high-quality work


• Designs compliant & effective fire protection systems & fire alarm systems


• Assists with submittal reviews, RFIs, & construction-phase documentation


• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit &/or AutoCAD


• Exceptional Microsoft Office skillset


• Strong attention to detail & accuracy


• Highly organized & able to manage multiple tasks & deadlines


• Proven success working with all levels of management


• Strong analytical & problem-solving abilities


• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced & occasionally high-pressure environment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering field and/or equivalent knowledge gained from education and/or work experience


• 2–5 years of Fire Protection Design experience


• Proficiency in one of the following: Revit, AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD.


• Working knowledge of NFPA and ICC codes and standards

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk & working on a computer


• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times


• Ability to travel and move throughout construction sites intermittently as required by project needs, including H1-B.