Fire Protection Designer

Acco Engineered Systems; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

Acco Engineered Systems in Sacramento is seeking a qualified professional to deliver BIM and CAD design services for fire protection systems. The ideal candidate will oversee project design with minimal supervision, conduct hydraulic calculations, and create detailed construction drawings.

Applicants should have 3+ years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and familiarity with BIM software including AutoCAD. This role offers competitive hourly wages and requires strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• NICET I certification or higher preferred.
• Knowledge of Windows Explorer, Word, Excel, Gmail.

Responsibilities

• Execute project design responsibilities with little supervision.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and piping system design.
• Create spool drawings for construction feasibility.
• Assist in coordination of design and installation.

Skills

BIM software experience

AutoCAD

AutoSPRINK

Hydraulic calculations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical associate or bachelor's degree

Job description

This position is responsible for the delivery of BIM and CAD design services for fire protection systems such as Wet, Dry, and Pre‐action.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Able to execute project design responsibilities with little supervision.

Sizing and layout of equipment and distribution systems such as sprinkler heads and piping.

Perform hydraulic calculations, selection and layout of equipment, and piping system design for fire sprinkler systems.

Create spool drawings that are clearly labeled and accurately dimensioned for construction feasibility and pre‑fabrication.

Assist in the development of the system submittals and approval process thereof.

Assist with coordination of design and installation in new construction and retrofit projects with project management and field staff.

Field engineering: assist with project execution, site surveys, trade coordination, scheduling, document management and problem solving, as required.

Setup and model 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, and other BIM software.

Manage time to meet project schedules and task deadlines.

Manage files on share sites, network servers, and software platforms.

Process and manage backgrounds provided by trade partners.

Use Bluebeam or other drawing markup tools to coordinate changes with designers and engineers.

Check completed work for quality, clarity, and use of ACCO BIM standards.

Prepare project‑deliverable packages for transmittal/submission.

Communicate design and constructability issues/challenges with project team.

Effectively and professionally communicate and foster collaboration with colleagues and project team members.

Apply training and project experience, and demonstrate constant improvement of technical abilities.

Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Proficient basic computer software skills (Windows Explorer, Word, Excel, Gmail).

Working knowledge and/or experience with BIM software such as AutoCAD and AutoSPRINK.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.

3+ years of experience in a similar role.

Technical associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

NICET I certification or higher preferred.

Soft Skills

• Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths and weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
• Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organization’s short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long‑term career success.
• Problem‑Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
• Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Hours and Physical Demands

This is a non‑exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours begin and end between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. with a one‑hour break for lunch and two breaks. Eight hours per day is required and other occasional overtime may be necessary for business needs.

The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk and sit. This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.

Compensation

Competitive wages: $34 - $48 per hour. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job‑related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation.

Equality Statement

ACCO is an equal opportunity employer AA M/F/V/D.

We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.