Fire Sprinkler Designer

Century Fire Protection; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire protection services company in North Carolina is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer responsible for developing designs for fire sprinkler and suppression systems. This role ensures compliance with NFPA standards and local codes while collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams. Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience and be proficient in AutoCAD and Revit. The position includes occasional site visits and requires navigating various work environments.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Experience in commercial, industrial, or multi-family projects.
• NICET Level II or III in Fire Protection Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create fire sprinkler system designs and layout drawings.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and local codes.
• Review construction drawings and coordinate with project teams.

Skills

Fire sprinkler system design

Hydraulic calculations

Collaboration

Interpretation of construction drawings

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of NFPA standards

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Summary

Responsible for developing designs for fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects; ensures compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications, while collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams to produce accurate, constructible designs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Create fire sprinkler system designs, including layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
• Review construction drawings and coordinate with architects, engineers, and project managers.
• Prepare design submittals, shop drawings, and permit packages.
• Collaborate with field personnel to address constructability issues and design changes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of designs and revisions.
• Participate in design reviews and quality control checks.
• Stay current with fire protection standards, codes, and industry best practices.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma, technical or degree preferred, and 2-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience; experience in commercial, industrial, or multi-family projects; knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, hydraulics, and NFPA standards; proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or other fire protection design software; ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements; NICET Level II or III in Fire Protection Engineering preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Applications; proficiency with CAD software.

Physical Demands

Primarily office based; occasional site visits may be required; prolonged periods of computer and desk work; walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, bend, stoop, and navigate uneven surfaces, lift up to 25-30lbs.; visual acuity required to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications; may occasionally be exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, or noise while on job sites.