Fire Sprinkler Designer

Summit Fire Protection; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire Protection in the United States is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to work with minimal supervision on project designs and submittals. You will apply knowledge of fire sprinkler codes, perform hydraulic calculations, and prepare material and submittal packages for approval.

In this role you will collaborate with contractors, participate in design kickoff meetings, and help ensure designs are suitable for field installation.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET II or NICET III certification required or pursued.
• 1–2 years sprinkler designer experience preferred.
• Construction experience and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic sprinkler systems including pumps, tanks, wet/dry/pre-action/deluge systems.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.
• Prepare submittal packages and correspondence for design approval.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.
• Attend design kickoff meetings and assist fabrication lists for vendors.
• Conduct field surveys to ensure design suitability for the structure.
• Assist field personnel with installation design issues.
• Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after testing.
• Follow safety programs and proper PPE on projects.
• Attend briefings/trainings to stay updated on codes.
• Communicate with internal and external customers professionally.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mech aptitude

Reading blueprints

Communication in English

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

NICET II or NICET III certification

Tools

HydraCad

SprinkCAD

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Fire Sprinkler Designer position is responsible for operating with minimal supervision while completing project designs and submittals. Expected to be very familiar with SFP's quality documents, procedures, and work instructions as they related to the design function.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Design automatic sprinkler systems including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems using working knowledge of fire sprinkler codes.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.
• Prepare submittal packages to send to AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.
• Participate in design kick off meetings.
• With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for job.
• With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure.
• Assist field personnel with design related installation issues.
• Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.
• Understand and follow SFP's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures.
• Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming individual pursues NICET education.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

• 1-2 years' experience as sprinkler designer, required.
• Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required.

Communication Skills:

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Systems and Software Skills:

• Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required.
• Familiarity with HydraCad, SprinkCAD and/or other CAD software, preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFP's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift <20lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above and below shoulders. Employee will frequently be required to drive and walk for periods.

Work Environment:

Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with other. Employees will occasionally be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will be occasionally required to wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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