Fire Sprinkler Designer — Relocation Assistance

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company is seeking Sprinkler Designers with 2+ years of design experience to support growth in the Fire Suppression market. You will perform 3D modeling, hydraulic calculations, and create shop drawings while assisting field teams on diverse projects.

Based in Iowa, this full-time role involves design for wet/dry systems, coordination with MEP trades, and site visits to resolve on-site installation issues.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in design, engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related fields.
• If no Associates degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction.
• Prior experience with Fire Suppression systems is highly desired, if none other mechanical piping system experience is preferred.
• Design Experience using BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, HydroCAD, SprinkCAD, Microstation.
• Strong self-discipline, team orientation, and strong verbal/written communication.

Responsibilities

• Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam systems.
• Prepare detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings) and hydraulic calculations.
• Coordinate fire sprinkler design with building structure and other MEP subcontractors.
• Prepare project material submittals and review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Visit project sites for walkdowns and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.
• Prepare final “as-built” drawings for archives and client files.
• Understand and assist with job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication.

Skills

Fire protection design

BIM

REVIT

AutoCAD

AutoSPRINK

HydroCAD

SprinkCAD

Microstation

Shop drawings

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate degree (design/engineering)

6+ years mechanical design experience

Tools

BIM software

REVIT

AutoCAD

AutoSPRINK

HydroCAD

SprinkCAD

Microstation

Job description

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company is seeking Sprinkler Designers with 2+ years of design experience to support growth in the Fire Suppression market. You will perform 3D modeling, hydraulic calculations, and create shop drawings while assisting field teams on diverse projects.

Based in Iowa, this full-time role involves design for wet/dry systems, coordination with MEP trades, and site visits to resolve on-site installation issues.