Fire Sprinkler Designer

Western States Fire Protection; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matched Contributions

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing Plan

Job summary

A dynamic company specializing in life safety systems is looking for a Fire Sprinkler Designer to join their team in Lake Oswego, OR. This full-time position involves designing sprinkler systems for commercial and residential projects, utilizing advanced software like AutoCAD and HydraCAD. Ideal candidates will have NICET certification, at least three years of experience in the construction industry, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits ensure a rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized software.
• Must be detail-oriented and have strong coordination skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and perform work timely.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate fire sprinkler systems for various types of buildings.
• Review construction documents and coordinate with contractors.
• Create detailed drawings and perform hydraulic calculations.

Skills

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

NICET Certification

Three years construction experience

Experience in Fire Protection industry

Job description

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Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement
  
  

Fire Sprinkler Designer

This individual will design and coordinate the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.

Job Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
• Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
• Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
• Work with the Project Manager to identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
• Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
• Ensure work complies with codes and permits
  
  

Job Qualifications

• NICET certification encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
• Three years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industry
• Three years’ experience in commercial. industrial, and residential design
• Must be detail-oriented
• Ability to coordinate and work well with others
• Excellent communication skills-written and verbal
• Must be able to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
  
  

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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