Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Education/training opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Firetrol seeks a Fire Sprinkler Designer to produce fire protection drawings and calculations for permitting and construction across healthcare, storage, assemblies, and mercantile facilities. Familiarity with AutoSprink and BIM (Navisworks) coordination is preferred.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years’ fire protection design experience, NFPA knowledge, and strong communication. You will perform hydraulic calculations, review drawings, coordinate with the Design Manager and field teams, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of fire protection design experience.
• Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 and FM Global Standards.
• Technical understanding of wet, dry, preaction and deluge systems.
• AutoCAD experience and third party software training.

Responsibilities

• Design fire protection systems using provided drawings and specs.
• Perform hydraulic calculations as required.
• Review design drawings in detail before fabrication.
• Coordinate with Design Manager on schedules and permits.
• Attend site surveys, meetings, and coordinate with field foremen.
• Ensure submittals meet engineer requirements and fit in allocated space.

Skills

Reading drawings

Math

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM Navisworks

AutoSprink

Job description

The Fire Sprinkler Designer shall have the ability to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction for various types of projects including: storage occupancies, healthcare, assemblies, mercantile facilities, etc. Familiarity using AutoSprink and coordination using BIM (Navisworks) is preferred. The ideal candidate will be NICET level 1 in Water-Based System Layout.

• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager.
• Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds. Identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues.
• Performs hydraulic calculations as required.
• Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required.
• Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication.
• Coordinates with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule.
• Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review.
• Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed. Performs site surveys as required.
• Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent.
• Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination.
• Reviews submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.
• BIM (Navisworks) experience is a plus.
• NICET Level 2 is a plus.
• Must be familiar with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 and FM Global Standards.
• Technical understanding of Fire Sprinkler Design including Wet, Dry, Preaction, and Deluge type systems.
• AutoCAD experience and third party software training

Job Skills

• Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications
• Competent math ability
• Good basic computer skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Positive Attitude
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of various backgrounds

Benefits

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.