Fire Protection Designer

Jobot; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base

Overtime

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level) in Watertown, MA to design sprinkler layouts for life science, healthcare, and higher education projects. You will perform hydraulic calculations, coordinate with MEP trades, and participate in virtual meetings.

Ideal candidates have 2-5+ years of sprinkler design experience, a strong technical background, and familiarity with AutoSPRINK and NFPA standards. BS degree is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of sprinkler design and calculations experience.
• Strong mechanical, plumbing, or fire protection systems background.
• NICET certification a plus; NFPA standards knowledge.
• AutoSPRINK experience desirable; installation experience a plus.
• Able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design layouts of fire sprinkler systems and coordinate with MEP trades.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and stock listing.
• Attend virtual/project coordination meetings and field surveys.
• Provide support to estimating for bid drawings.

Skills

2-5+ years experience

Strong technical background

Organized & detail-oriented

Multitask in fast-paced env

Education

BS Degree Desired

Tools

AutoSPRINK

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

We are Mechanical Contractor specializing in Design/Build of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler Systems for Healthcare, Higher Education, and Life Science Institutions. We are construction service experts, committed to finding innovative solutions for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems with an unparalleled commitment to customer and employee success. For 80 years we’ve been connecting people to their buildings to enhance comfort and efficiency. With two generations of technical expertise combined with our business partnerships and the latest in Software, MEP technology, and 80,000 sq. ft. fabrication shop, we have earned the admiration of our industry, the respect of our partners and the loyalty of our clients. We believe that when our work is done, people are happy, safe, and comfortable in the spaces they live, work, and play.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base
• Time & Half Overtime
• Performance Bonus
• Complete Benefits Package
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Accelerated Career Growth

Job Details

Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level) – Watertown, MA

We are seeking a Fire Protection Designer to design sprinkler system layouts for fire protection projects for our life science, healthcare, and higher education projects ranging from $50K to $20 mil.

Requirements

• BS Degree Desired, Not required.
• 2-5+ years previous experience performing sprinkler design and calculations.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems
• NICET certification a plus.
• AutoSPRINK experience Desired.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards.
• Previous installation experience a plus.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and efficient. Self-motivated and flexible team player.
• Computer proficiency. Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment to providing premier customer service.

Duties

• Design layouts of fire sprinkler systems, including coordination with other MEP trades.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and stock listing.
• Attend virtual and project coordination meetings.
• Perform field surveys and hydrant flow tests.
• Provide occasional support to estimating department to prepare / review bid drawings.

Compensation

• $120-$130 Annual Base Comp (Before OT) $57.69 to $62.50 Per Hour
• Base Pay + Bonus Program up to 12% of base comp. (8% based on Company Performance Paid out (2%) per quarter, 4% based on personal performance paid once year.)

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