Fire Sprinkler System Designer

Summit Fire Protection; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire Protection in the United States is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to work with minimal supervision on project designs and submittals. You will apply knowledge of fire sprinkler codes, perform hydraulic calculations, and prepare material and submittal packages for approval.

In this role you will collaborate with contractors, participate in design kickoff meetings, and help ensure designs are suitable for field installation.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET II or NICET III certification required or pursued.
• 1–2 years sprinkler designer experience preferred.
• Construction experience and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic sprinkler systems including pumps, tanks, wet/dry/pre-action/deluge systems.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.
• Prepare submittal packages and correspondence for design approval.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.
• Attend design kickoff meetings and assist fabrication lists for vendors.
• Conduct field surveys to ensure design suitability for the structure.
• Assist field personnel with installation design issues.
• Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after testing.
• Follow safety programs and proper PPE on projects.
• Attend briefings/trainings to stay updated on codes.
• Communicate with internal and external customers professionally.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mech aptitude

Reading blueprints

Communication in English

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

NICET II or NICET III certification

Tools

HydraCad

SprinkCAD

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Summit Fire Protection in the United States is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to work with minimal supervision on project designs and submittals. You will apply knowledge of fire sprinkler codes, perform hydraulic calculations, and prepare material and submittal packages for approval.

In this role you will collaborate with contractors, participate in design kickoff meetings, and help ensure designs are suitable for field installation.