Fire Sprinkler Designer — Four‑Day Week & Growth Path

Abstrakt Marketing Group; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) and Roth with company match

Job summary

Associated Fire Protection in Clayton, NC is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to design and coordinate commercial and industrial sprinkler systems from initial plans through permitting, fabrication, and project completion. The Designer II/III level offers growth, mentorship, and NICET development within a four-day workweek.

You will design with AutoCAD and HydraCALC, perform hydraulic calculations, interpret drawings, ensure NFPA compliance, and collaborate with project teams to deliver

Qualifications

• 2+ years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Working proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of NFPA 13 and fire sprinkler design fundamentals.
• Experience with hydraulic calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and accountability.
• Interest in building a long-term career in fire protection.

Responsibilities

• Design commercial and industrial fire sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and HydraCAD.
• Produce accurate, code-compliant construction and fabrication drawings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations using HydraCALC.
• Interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and civil plans.
• Apply NFPA requirements and applicable building codes.
• Prepare material lists and fabrication documentation.
• Coordinate sprinkler layouts with other building systems and trades.
• Prepare permit submittals and respond to AHJ comments.
• Process field revisions, RFIs, and design modifications.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Sales, fabrication personnel, field teams, engineers, contractors, and AHJs.
• Help identify design conflicts before they become field problems.
• Manage assigned design responsibilities and communicate scheduling concerns early.
• Continue developing your technical knowledge and NICET certifications.
• Senior-level designers may handle complex systems including standpipes, fire pumps, BIM coordination, and mentoring.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Hydraulic calculations

Reading construction drawings

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Career development

Mentoring

Long-term commitment

Education

NICET certification in Water-Based Systems Layout

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

HydraCALC

Revit/BIM

Job description

Associated Fire Protection in Clayton, NC is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to design and coordinate commercial and industrial sprinkler systems from initial plans through permitting, fabrication, and project completion. The Designer II/III level offers growth, mentorship, and NICET development within a four-day workweek.

You will design with AutoCAD and HydraCALC, perform hydraulic calculations, interpret drawings, ensure NFPA compliance, and collaborate with project teams to deliver