Fire Sprinkler Designer

Blue Signal Search; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

NICET certification support

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Blue Signal Search represents an established fire protection organization seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer who wants to own meaningful projects and advance technically, with exposure to residential and multifamily construction including mid-rise and high-rise developments.

You will create water-based sprinkler designs, develop layouts, hydraulic calculations, and coordinating project documentation, while reviewing drawings and collaborating with teams.

Qualifications

• Fire sprinkler design experience and ability to independently design layouts.
• Strong knowledge of water-based systems and NFPA standards applicable to design docs.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed water-based sprinkler system designs meeting codes and specs.
• Develop layouts, hydraulic calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Review architectural/construction docs to determine system requirements and coordination needs.
• Coordinate sprinkler layouts with building systems and other disciplines for efficient installation.
• Participate in BIM and 3D coordination as required by the project.
• Update designs for field conditions, changes, and reviewer comments.
• Work with project managers, field personnel, engineers, and contractors throughout design.
• Evaluate constructability and propose practical installation solutions.
• Manage multiple design assignments maintaining accuracy, quality, and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to junior designers when appropriate.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design

NFPA standards knowledge

Architectural drawings reading

Communication skills

On-site NJ residency

Education

NICET Water-Based Systems Layout Level II

Tools

AutoSPRINK

Revit BIM

Job description

Our client is an established fire protection organization expanding its design capabilities to support a strong and growing project pipeline. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer who wants to take ownership of meaningful projects, work alongside knowledgeable industry professionals, and continue advancing technically. The position offers substantial exposure to residential and multifamily construction, including mid-rise and high-rise developments, along with opportunities for increased technical responsibility and continued professional development.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive compensation based on sprinkler design experience, technical expertise, and certification.
• Exposure to residential, multifamily, mid-rise, and high-rise fire protection projects.
• An established design environment where experienced professionals can make an immediate impact.
• Support for continued professional development, including advancement toward NICET certification.

Focus:

• Create detailed water-based fire sprinkler system designs that meet applicable codes, project specifications, and construction requirements.
• Develop sprinkler layouts, design drawings, hydraulic calculations, and supporting project documentation.
• Review architectural and construction documents to determine system requirements and identify potential design or coordination challenges.
• Coordinate sprinkler layouts with building systems and other construction disciplines to support efficient installation.
• Participate in BIM and 3D coordination activities when required by the project.
• Update designs to account for field conditions, construction changes, coordination feedback, and comments from reviewing authorities.
• Work closely with project managers, field personnel, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders throughout the design process.
• Evaluate constructability and develop practical solutions that help field teams execute installations efficiently.
• Manage multiple design assignments while maintaining accuracy, quality, and project schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to developing members of the design team when appropriate.

Skill Set:

• Direct professional fire sprinkler system design experience, with the ability to independently perform sprinkler layout and design work without extensive entry-level training.
• Strong understanding of water-based fire protection systems, sprinkler design practices, applicable NFPA standards, and construction documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and related construction documents.
• Residential or multifamily sprinkler design experience is strongly preferred, particularly involving mid-rise or high-rise construction.
• NICET certification in Water-Based Systems Layout is preferred, with Level II representing a particularly strong match. Experienced designers without NICET certification may also be considered.
• Experience with AutoSPRINK is highly desirable, although candidates with substantial experience using other established sprinkler design platforms may be considered.
• Revit, BIM, and 3D coordination experience are additional advantages.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across design, project management, and field teams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while producing accurate and constructible designs.
• Ability to work full-time on-site and currently reside in New Jersey or an immediately commutable location.