Fire Suppression Design Engineer

5 Star Recruitment; Harrison (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Fire Suppression Design Engineer in Harrison, Ohio. This role requires experience in fire protection and proficiency in AutoCAD for designing special hazard systems. The candidate will handle responsibilities from designing to assisting in installation, and must possess strong communication and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will have the desire to learn and pursue NICET certification. This position fosters professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the Fire Protection Industry is required.
• Previous experience as a Design Engineer.
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting.
• Knowledge and efficient use of 3D design software.
• Understanding of MS Office applications.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information.
• Desire to learn industry standards.
• Willingness to study for and obtain NICET certification.

Responsibilities

• Design life safety and asset protection systems using AutoCAD and proprietary software.
• Direct contractors in proper system installation and operation.
• Survey job sites to ensure proper design and installation.
• Read and implement customer-supplied project specifications.
• Attend manufacturer training and continued education classes.
• Create project-specific operation and maintenance manuals.
• Assist office staff with engineering-related tasks.
• Assist with system inspection and maintenance.
• Assist in system startups and commissioning.

Skills

Fire Protection Design

AutoCAD

3D Design Software

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Information Communication

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

MS Office

Job description

About the job Fire Suppression Design Engineer

We are looking for either one Senior Level or one Junior Level depending upon the experience. For this role, the applicant would be a fire protection designer to design special hazard fire suppression and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design life safety and asset protection systems using AutoCAD and proprietary software applications, adhering to local, national, and manufacturer requirements.
• Direct contractors in the proper installation and operation of systems.
• Survey job sites to ensure proper system design and installation.
• Read, review, and implement customer-supplied project specifications.
• Attend manufacturer training classes and other continued education training
• Create project-specific operation and maintenance manuals.
• Assist office staff with engineering-related tasks such as process improvement.
• Assist with system inspection and maintenance (if needed).
• Assist in system startups and commissioning (if needed).

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the Fire Protection Industry is required
• Previous experience as a Design Engineer
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting.
• Knowledge and efficient use of 3D design software.
• Understanding of MS Office applications.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information.
• Desire to learn industry standards.
• Willingness to study for and obtain NICET certification.

Must-Have:

• Design for fire protection (special hazard fire suppression & fire alarm systems)
  • someone that is only doing sprinkler (water) design will not be a fit