Fire Sprinkler Designer - Spokane

Cosco Fire Protection; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Company benefits

Job summary

Cosco Fire Protection in Spokane Valley is seeking a Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer to join our team. Use CAD to prepare layouts, submittals, and drawings for efficient field installation, ensuring NFPA code compliance and on-time project delivery.

You will coordinate with the MEP team, review drawings, and manage project schedules while supporting field personnel and customers. NICET II certification and 5+ years in fire protection design are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in Fire Protection Design (5+ years).
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Fire Sprinkler Design software.
• Experience with Revit, NavisWorks a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop shop drawings and hydraulic calculations for NFPA compliance.
• Coordinate with MEP team and General Contractors.
• Prepare submittals and obtain approvals.
• Purchase material and maintain project schedules.
• Attend project meetings and manage field communications.

Skills

Read drawings

Analytical skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

AutoSPRINK

HydraCAD

Fire sprinkler design software

Hydraulic calculations

Project management

NFPA knowledge

Construction knowledge

Written communication

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET II

Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Revit

NavisWorks

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Designer - Senior-Level

Spokane, Washington

The Spokane Branch office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging and growth-oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for a motivated team player with a strong technical aptitude who is looking to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our business in this market. If this sounds like you, please read on and come be a part of what we are building in Spokane!

Job Description

Use CAD equipment to prepare routine layouts of fire sprinkler systems, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams. Details to include all views and dimensions necessary for efficient field installation. Prepare submittals, obtain permits, and meet project schedules. Make decisions of average complexity and refer questions/problems to senior level designers and/or management. Demonstrate a solid understanding of design/drafting techniques, familiarity with fire sprinkler terminology, mechanical aptitude, and ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Design Responsibilities

• Develop shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and stock lists with a focus on applicable NFPA/local/state code compliance, project specifications/contract documents, and efficient and cost effective field installation.
• Complete accurate field surveys when needed.
• Coordinate shop drawings with the MEP team and General Contractors.
• Develop submittal packages for AHJ, Contractors, etc. Obtain all required approvals.

Project Management Responsibilities

• Purchase material, review draft change orders, generate RFIs, prepare and maintain project schedules.
• Communicate with field personnel, AHJ's, customers, sales reps, and field superintendents.
• Retain full project responsibility for approvals, material procurement, coordination, and schedule.
• Attend all project related meetings.
• Perform other job duties as assigned/required.

Key Skills and Capabilities

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude .
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD etc.).
• Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stock listing, project design, and project management.
• Practical experience designing Wet, Dry, and Pre Action Sprinkler Systems for installation.
• Familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail oriented, self starter able to operate in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, and associated Codes/Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years experience in Fire Protection Design.
• Must have experience working with AutoCad & Fire Sprinkler Design Software.
• Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
• NICET II.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Spokane Valley, WA

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Preferred license or certification: NICET II (NICET III preferred)

Education: Associate's Degree (Preferred) or equivalent experience.

• Cosco provides excellent wages and company benefits to qualified applicants.

Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, marital status, domestic-partner status, religious creed, medical/physical/mental condition, sexual orientation, Veteran status, or age.

NOTE: A drug screen and criminal background check may be required for Cosco applicants