Fire Sprinkler Layout Designer (CAD/Navisworks)

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc.; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. in Salisbury, NC is a leading provider of sprinkler design services.

We seek a self-motivated designer to deliver high-quality sprinkler designs alongside the Design staff, adhering to NFPA and building standards while supporting company objectives. You will draft drawings, perform hydraulic calculations, select materials, and coordinate with other trades. Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoSPRINK and NavisWorks is required; NICET certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Engineering background is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude is required.
• Proficiency in Hydratec CAD or AutoSPRINK is required.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple trades on complex projects.
• Willingness to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Ability to complete a sprinkler drawing as detailed in NFPA standards.
• Identify building construction type per NFPA standards.
• Identify hazard type and appropriate protection.
• Coordinate work with other trades on complex projects.
• Design a project and select materials for installation.
• Operate AutoCAD or AutoSPRINK and NavisWorks; develop clash reports.
• Estimate design hours and meet quality standards for drawings and submittals.
• Prepare project paperwork and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead or assist in project tasks and report status to management.

Skills

Fire protection design

Team collaboration

Clash detection

Project scheduling

Budget awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NICET Certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoSPRINK

Hydratec CAD

NavisWorks

Job description

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. in Salisbury, NC is a leading provider of sprinkler design services.

We seek a self-motivated designer to deliver high-quality sprinkler designs alongside the Design staff, adhering to NFPA and building standards while supporting company objectives. You will draft drawings, perform hydraulic calculations, select materials, and coordinate with other trades. Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoSPRINK and NavisWorks is required; NICET certification is a plus.