Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to create fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction on diverse projects including healthcare, storage occupancies, and commercial facilities.

The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of fire protection design experience, familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM/Navisworks, and knowledge of NFPA 13, 14, 20, and 22. Strong coordination with the design manager and field teams is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce fire protection design drawings and hydraulic calculations for permitting and construction.
• Coordinate designs using architect dimensions and structural backgrounds; resolve coordination issues.
• Review and submit design drawings for permits and architect/engineer review.
• Attend project meetings and site visits as needed; perform site surveys.
• Document discrepancies and communicate changes impacting coordination or design intent.
• Review submittals for size, quantity, design, fit with equipment from other vendors.

Skills

Reading drawings

Math

Computer skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

NICET Level 1 - Water-Based System Layout

NICET Level 2 - Water-Based System Layout

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks (BIM)

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.
• 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

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.