Fire Sprinkler Senior Designer (Remote)

Openkrill; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UsMullins Mechanical is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Designer to lead fire sprinkler design from concept through completion, ensuring code compliance and high accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have NFPA and local code knowledge, proficiency with HydraCAD, AutoCAD, Navisworks or Revit, and strong coordination with clients, engineers, and field personnel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in fire sprinkler or fire protection design.
• Proficiency in fire protection design software and codes (NFPA, local codes).
• NICET Level III or IV in Water-Based Systems Layout preferred.
• Strong understanding of building and fire codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fire sprinkler designs and layout drawings using HydraCAD.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and material take-offs per NFPA standards and local codes.
• Review architectural, structural, and mechanical plans for proper coordination.
• Prepare submittals, fabrication drawings, and as-built documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field supervisors to ensure design intent and code compliance.
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Stay current with updates to fire protection codes and standards (NFPA, IBC, IFC).
• Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and AHJs.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work capability

Project coordination

Education

NICET Level III/IV in Water-Based Systems Layout (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fire Protection Designer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fire sprinkler system design, code compliance, hydraulic calculations, stock listing, and coordination with clients, engineers, and field personnel. This position requires a high degree of technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from concept through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fire sprinkler system designs and layout drawings using HydraCAD Software
• Perform hydraulic calculations and material take-offs in accordance with NFPA standards and local codes.
• Review architectural, structural, and mechanical plans to ensure proper system coordination.
• Prepare submittals, fabrication drawings, and as-built documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field supervisors to ensure design intent and code compliance are achieved.
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Stay current with updates to fire protection codes and standards (NFPA, IBC, IFC, etc.).
• Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in fire sprinkler or fire protection design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Navisworks, and/or Revit.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA, FM Global, and other related standards.
• NICET Level III or IV in Water-Based Systems Layout (preferred).
• Strong understanding of building and fire codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design projects.

Join UsMullins Mechanical ranked #243 on the 2024 ENR Top Specialty Contractors list, #48 in the Nation and #5 in the Southeast among Firms in Mechanical. We’re proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. We’re a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, fire protection, and metal fabrication. Our projects are often in industrial and heavy commercial environments such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.