Fire Sprinkler Designer NICET — Design, Compliance & Impact

NIFCO Mechanical Systems, LLC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 59,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-paid health insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Additional company-paid benefits

Supportive work environment with opps.

Job summary

NIFCO Mechanical Systems, LLC in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a Fire Sprinkler Designer to design and manage fire sprinkler systems for diverse facilities, from small retail spaces to large industrial plants.

You will prepare permit drawings and perform hydraulic calculations with AutoSprink 3D (2016+), read architectural and MEP drawings, survey sites, and oversee project timelines and costs while ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the fire sprinkler industry.
• NICET Level I certification required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent training in Design & Drafting Technology is a plus.
• Experience with project management and direct oversight of projects and personnel.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and OSHA standards.
• Proficiency in AutoSprink 3D; experience with ACAD design software and BIM is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout fire sprinkler systems for commercial and industrial projects, ensuring code compliance and contracted scope.
• Prepare permit drawings and perform hydraulic calculations using AutoSprink 3D (2016+).
• Interpret and apply information from architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil drawings.
• Conduct field surveys, measurements, and site condition verification.
• Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including design, procurement, fabrication scheduling, and coordination with other trades.
• Submit permits, drawings, and insurance documentation to authorities in a timely manner.
• Monitor and manage project timelines, labor, and material costs to ensure delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, management, field personnel, and other trades.
• Collect and manage contract paperwork: COIs, Tax Exemption Certificates, Contractor Registrations.
• Uphold safety protocols on site and in the office.

Skills

Project management

Reading construction drawings

Hydraulic calculations

Communication

Safety compliance

MS Office

Education

NICET Level I certification

Associate's degree in Design & Drafting Technology

Tools

AutoSprink 3D

ACAD

BIM

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

NIFCO Mechanical Systems, LLC in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a Fire Sprinkler Designer to design and manage fire sprinkler systems for diverse facilities, from small retail spaces to large industrial plants.

You will prepare permit drawings and perform hydraulic calculations with AutoSprink 3D (2016+), read architectural and MEP drawings, survey sites, and oversee project timelines and costs while ensuring safety.