Fire Sprinkler Designer

Apic Solutions, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

APIC Solutions Inc. in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to design, coordinate, and manage sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

You will work on diverse projects, including data center installations, while upholding high quality and safety standards. The role requires proficiency with AutoCAD/HydraCad and BIM, the ability to read construction drawings, and collaboration with engineers, project managers, and field personnel to deliver

Qualifications

• Applicable degree from a technical school or college.
• 5+ years of experience as a fire sprinkler designer.
• Experience with AutoCAD/HydraCad and NFPA standards.
• NICET II or NICET III certification, or ability to obtain.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Design wet, dry, and pre-action sprinkler systems including pumps and standpipes.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure NFPA standards and AHJ requirements are met.
• Review drawings and specifications; prepare submittals.
• Create material lists and BIM coordination for projects.
• Conduct field surveys and on-site visits as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field staff.
• Assist with installation issues and project close-out documentation.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design

Hydraulic calculations

Coordination with team

Field surveys

Reading construction docs

Education

Technical school or college degree

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCad

BIM software

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to join our team at APIC Solutions. You will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and managing fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including ongoing data center installations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Brief Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to join our team at APIC Solutions. You will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and managing fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including ongoing data center installations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Design wet, dry, and pre-action automatic sprinkler systems, including fire pumps, standpipes, and water storage tanks
• Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure system efficiency and compliance
• Ensure all sprinkler designs meet NFPA standards, specifications, engineered drawings, and AHJ requirements
• Review construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications
• Prepare comprehensive submittal packages for AHJ and Engineers of Record
• Create stock lists for all materials to be used throughout projects
• Perform BIM modeling on specific projects and participate in coordination meetings
• Conduct field surveys of existing buildings and perform on-site visits as needed
• Communicate effectively with design team members, project managers, general contractors, engineers, and architects
• Assist field personnel with installation issues and technical questions
• Prepare all job close-out documentation
• Operate with minimal supervision while completing designs and submittals in a timely manner

About APIC Solutions

At APIC Solutions, we are a customer-focused organization that believes in a team approach to develop multi-level relationships with our prospects and customers. We are seeking a team player who is willing to strategize with and include their teammates to provide SERVICE BEYOND EXPECTATIONS to our clients.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Applicable degree from a technical school or college
• 5+ years of experience as a fire sprinkler designer
• Experience with specialized fire sprinkler layout software (AutoCAD/HydraCad preferred)
• NICET II or NICET III certification, or ability to obtain
• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards
• Demonstrated quality computer skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BIM software
• Experience with data center projects
• Proficiency in multiple design software platforms
• Project management experience

Required Certifications/Licenses

• NICET II or NICET III certification (or ability to obtain)

Required Software/Systems

• AutoCAD or HydraCad
• Fire sprinkler design software
• BIM software (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Statement

APIC Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. APIC Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.