Fire Sprinkler System Designer — Code-Compliant & Impactful

Patriot Fire Protection Inc.; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Public safety impact

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Patriot Fire Protection Inc. is seeking a mid-level Fire Sprinkler System Designer to develop code-compliant sprinkler designs across the Pacific Northwest. You will work on layouts, hydraulics, permits, and coordination with multiple trades to ensure safe, compliant installations.

The role requires 4+ years in fire protection design, NICET II certification, and strong CAD skills. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and public protection in the Washington area.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in fire sprinkler system design or fire protection drafting.
• Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20 and related fire protection requirements.
• 3+ years reading construction or architectural drawings.
• 3+ years of experience with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
• NICET Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• Design code-compliant fire sprinkler systems that align with project and company standards.
• Prepare layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, stock lists, permit/shop drawings, and submittal packages.
• Coordinate sprinkler design with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Apply NFPA standards and local jurisdictional requirements to support accurate, approvable designs.
• Support project execution by addressing RFIs, revisions, field issues, permitting, and documentation needs.
• Collaborate with project managers, field personnel, fabrication teams, customers, and design partners to keep projects on schedule and aligned with quality standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Safety conscious

Education

NICET Level II certification

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Patriot Fire Protection Inc. is seeking a mid-level Fire Sprinkler System Designer to develop code-compliant sprinkler designs across the Pacific Northwest. You will work on layouts, hydraulics, permits, and coordination with multiple trades to ensure safe, compliant installations.

The role requires 4+ years in fire protection design, NICET II certification, and strong CAD skills. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and public protection in the Washington area.