Fire Protection Senior Designer

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer in Houston, Texas, to engineer Fire Protection Systems for various projects, including commercial and healthcare facilities. The candidate will be responsible for designing layouts using AutoCAD and HydraCAD, conducting hydraulic calculations, and managing fabrication lists.

A successful applicant should have an associate degree or equivalent, experience in fire protection design, and strong communication skills. The role requires a valid driver’s license and a commitment to regular attendance.

Qualifications

• Fire Protection design experience is preferred.
• NICET certification is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Design the layout of Fire Sprinkler systems.
• Analyze and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Coordinate and make presentations to groups.

Skills

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Fire Protection design experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline

Tools

AutoSPRINK

Job description

We are a nationally recognized fire protection company that engineers, fabricates, and installs fire sprinkler systems and alarms for structures including commercial buildings, government buildings, healthcare facilities, high-rise condominiums, and mixed-use projects.

Overview

Northstar is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer who will design Fire Protection Systems for all types of projects. You will design layouts using AutoCAD/HydraCAD and create hydraulic calculations and pipe lists for pre-fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing and the layout of Fire Sprinkler systems
• Read, analyze and interpret contract documents, including all disciplines of construction drawings and specifications
• Write, plan, coordinate, and make presentations to individuals and groups
• Work with and comprehend mathematical concepts including hydraulic calculations and project cost analysis
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction
• Provide fire sprinkler designs with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK
• Responsible for BIM modeling and field surveying
• Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience. Examples include: Architectural, Civil
• Fire Protection design experience preferred
• NICET certification preferred
• AutoCad experience and/or Hydratec Experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
• Excellent communicator, self-motivated individual with great organizational skills
• Only applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be considered
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Equal Opportunity and Policies

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

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