Fire Protection Designer

EMCOR Group; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. in Indiana is seeking a Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer to design layouts with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and Revit and to perform hydraulic calculations. You will support project execution from design through field surveys.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and willingness to travel to local job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills for project management.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and mathematical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Reliable vehicle to travel to local job sites as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire sprinkler system layouts using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and Revit.
• Create hydraulic calculations and analyze project costs.
• Assist with project management activities and coordinate with contractors and engineers.
• Build and maintain customer relationships to support project success.
• Create BIM designs and conduct field surveys to support execution.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in technical or business discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Revit

Job description

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

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.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• 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
• Excellent communication skills for project management
• 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 and weekends as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees 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 success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review ourAffirmative Action Policy (https://emcorgroup.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=125238&hashed=1123816372) .

Job Location

US-IN-South Bend

ID

2026-52110

Company

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.

Category

Engineering

Position Type

Full-Time

Location Type

Onsite

Posted Date

2 weeks ago (8/27/2026 11:14 AM)