Fire Protection Designer

First & 42; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. is seeking a Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer to design layouts using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and Revit, and to develop hydraulic calculations. You will participate in a comprehensive training program and complete the Design Academy within six months.

You will assist with project management, coordinate with contractors and engineers, build BIM designs, conduct field surveys, and generate fabrication material lists to support project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel to local job sites and work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Design fire sprinkler layouts using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and Revit.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and analyze project costs.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and other trades.
• Assist with project management and BIM designs; conduct field surveys.
• Generate fabrication material lists and BIM updates.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Mathematical aptitude

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Time management

Reliability

Education

Bachelors degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Revit

Job description

Shambaugh & Son L.P. is looking for a Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer. In this position, you will be responsible for designing layouts using AutoCAD/HydraCAD and creating hydraulic calculations.

• Participate in a comprehensive training program designed to develop industry knowledge and technical expertise.
• Complete the company Design Academy within the first six months of employment, receiving extensive instruction in fire protection design principles and industry best practices.
• Design and develop fire sprinkler system layouts using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and Revit software.
• Assist with project management activities, including coordination with contractors, engineers, and other trade partners.
• Apply mathematical and engineering concepts to perform hydraulic calculations and analyze project costs.
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
• Create and maintain Building Information Modeling (BIM) designs and conduct field surveys to support project execution.
• Generate fabrication material lists and coordinate system requirements with multiple trades.
• Other duties assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience. Examples include: Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management Degrees
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and mathematical aptitude, with attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities under time constraints
• Reliable vehicle to travel to local job sites as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours at times.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanicaland electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure,we offer employess a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and sucess. Equal Oppurtunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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