Senior Fire Protection Designer - AutoCAD/HydraCAD

EMCOR Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northstar is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer who will design Fire Protection Systems for all types of projects. You will design layouts using AutoCAD/HydraCAD and create hydraulic calculations and pipe lists for pre-fabrication.

This role requires reading and interpreting contract documents, coordinating with teams, and delivering accurate, manufacturable designs. A technical degree and experience with fire protection systems are preferred, with NICET certification as a plus, and a valid

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• Fire Protection design experience preferred
• NICET certification preferred
• AutoCAD experience and/or HydraCAD Experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
• Excellent communicator, self-motivated individual with great organizational skills
• Only applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be considered
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of Fire Sprinkler systems
• Read, analyze and interpret contract documents, including all disciplines of construction drawings and specifications
• Write, plan, coordinate, and make presentations to individuals and groups
• Work with and comprehend mathematical concepts including hydraulic calculations and project cost analysis
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction
• Provide fire sprinkler designs with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK
• Responsible for BIM modeling and field surveying
• Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communicator

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Driver’s license

Education

Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

AutoSPRINK

Hydratec

Job description

Northstar is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer who will design Fire Protection Systems for all types of projects. You will design layouts using AutoCAD/HydraCAD and create hydraulic calculations and pipe lists for pre-fabrication.

This role requires reading and interpreting contract documents, coordinating with teams, and delivering accurate, manufacturable designs. A technical degree and experience with fire protection systems are preferred, with NICET certification as a plus, and a valid