Fire Sprinkler Design Specialist

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. is seeking a sprinkler designer to create and draft sprinkler designs in accordance with NFPA standards. You will work within a team of Design staff to meet annual objectives and personal performance goals.

The role requires proficiency in Hydratec CAD or AutoSPRINK, and the ability to coordinate with multiple trades on complex projects, including travel to job sites as needed. A background in fire protection design and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years of fire protection design experience is required.
• Engineering background is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude is required.
• Proficiency in Hydratec CAD programs or AutoSPRINK is required.
• NICET Certification is a plus.
• Ability to conduct a field survey alone or with others to obtain all proper dimensions and information is required.
• Ability to travel to job sites by plane or vehicle required.
• Ability to think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Complete a sprinkler drawing as detailed in most current NFPA standards documentation.
• Identify the building construction type as identified in NFPA standards documentation.
• Identify hazard type and appropriate protection for it.
• Coordinate work with other trades on complex projects.
• Estimate and schedule design hours for a project.
• Meet industry quality standards in producing drawings, hydraulic calculations, material pick-offs and submittals.
• Coordinate pipe drawing, heads, hangers & sprinkler components for design, field or other trades.
• Lead project teams and report status to Manager.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Detail orientation

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Engineering background

NICET Certification

Tools

Hydratec CAD

AutoSPRINK

Navis Works

Job description

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. is seeking a sprinkler designer to create and draft sprinkler designs in accordance with NFPA standards. You will work within a team of Design staff to meet annual objectives and personal performance goals.

The role requires proficiency in Hydratec CAD or AutoSPRINK, and the ability to coordinate with multiple trades on complex projects, including travel to job sites as needed. A background in fire protection design and strong communication skills are essential.