Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer

Cogswell Sprinkler Co.; South Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cogswell Sprinkler, part of the Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, Worcester, MA, seeks a Fire Sprinkler System Designer to create code-compliant fire protection designs for diverse facilities. You will work with project managers, architects, and AHJs to translate concepts into drawings and specifications.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience, strong NFPA knowledge, and proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulics. This office-based role may involve site visits and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Working knowledge of NFPA standards and fire protection principles.
• Experience with hydraulic calculation software.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and industry-specific fire sprinkler design software.
• Strong understanding of construction documents and building coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection engineering principles.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, antifreeze, and specialty fire sprinkler systems.
• Prepare complete construction drawings using AutoCAD, SprinkCAD, or other approved design software.
• Perform hydraulic calculations in accordance with NFPA standards and project requirements.
• Interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and civil drawings.
• Coordinate sprinkler layouts with other building systems to minimize field conflicts.
• Review project specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable editions of NFPA 13, NFPA 13R, NFPA 13D, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, NFPA 24, local building and fire codes, and insurance carrier requirements where applicable.
• Prepare stock lists, material takeoffs, and fabrication drawings.
• Submit permit drawings and respond to plan review comments.
• Coordinate with project managers and field personnel throughout project execution.
• Attend project coordination meetings as required.
• Support field installation teams by providing technical guidance and resolving design issues.
• Process design revisions resulting from change orders or field conditions.
• Maintain organized project documentation and revision history.
• Assist with value engineering opportunities while maintaining code compliance.
• Meet project schedules and budget expectations.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews.
• Stay current on changes to fire protection codes, products, and design technologies.

Skills

NFPA standards

AutoCAD

Hydraulic calculations

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Tools

SprinkCAD

Revit

BIM

Hydraulic calculation software

Job description

Cogswell Sprinkler, part of the Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, Worcester, MA, seeks a Fire Sprinkler System Designer to create code-compliant fire protection designs for diverse facilities. You will work with project managers, architects, and AHJs to translate concepts into drawings and specifications.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience, strong NFPA knowledge, and proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulics. This office-based role may involve site visits and collaboration across teams.