Fire Suppression Design Engineer

KLM Careers

Harrison (OH)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ohio is looking for a Fire Suppression Design Engineer to design special hazard fire suppression and alarm systems. This role requires strong proficiency in AutoCAD and design engineering experience. The ideal candidate should have previous experience in the Fire Protection Industry and must be a US citizen or Green Card holder. Responsibilities include designing safety systems, directing contractors, and creating maintenance manuals. Apply now to join a dynamic team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in the Fire Protection Industry is required.
  • Design Engineer experience is preferred.
  • Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting is essential.
  • Knowledge in 3D design software is advantageous.
  • Understanding of MS Office applications is necessary.
  • Willingness to study for NICET certification is expected.

Responsibilities

  • Design safety and asset protection systems using AutoCAD and proprietary software.
  • Direct contractors for proper installation and operation of systems.
  • Survey job sites for proper design and installation.
  • Implement customer-supplied project specifications.
  • Attend manufacturer training and continued education classes.
  • Create operation and maintenance manuals for projects.
  • Assist with engineering-related tasks within the office.
  • Facilitate system inspection and maintenance when needed.
  • Assist in system startups and commissioning as required.

Skills

Experience in the Fire Protection Industry
Design Engineering experience
Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting
Knowledge of 3D design software
Understanding of MS Office applications
Willingness to obtain NICET certification

Job description

About the job Fire Suppression Design Engineer

Fire Suppression Design Engineer

Harrison, OH

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

The client is seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer to fill an opening in Harrison, OH.

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
  1. Do you have previousexperience in the Fire Protection Industry is required
  2. Do you have pevious experience as a Design Engineer
  3. Do you have proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting.
  4. Do you have knowledge and efficient use of 3D design software.
  5. Do you have Understanding of MS Office applications.
  6. Doyou have the Willingness to study for and obtain NICETcertification.
  7. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
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