Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer, BIM & Calculations

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Training and education opportunities

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction across various project types. Proficiency with AutoSprink and BIM (Navisworks) coordination is required.

NICET Level 3 in Water-Based System Layout is preferred. The role involves independent work under the Design Manager, hydraulic calculations, documentation, and coordination with field teams to ensure designs meet engineer

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.
• BIM (Navisworks) experience required.
• Texas NICET Level 3 a plus.
• RME-G REQUIRED
• Must be familiar with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 and FM Global Standards.
• Technical understanding of Fire Sprinkler Design including Wet, Dry, Preaction, and Deluge type systems.
• AutoCAD experience and third party software training

Responsibilities

• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager.
• Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds. Identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues.
• Performs hydraulic calculations as required.
• Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required.
• Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication.
• Coordinates with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule.
• Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review.
• Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed. Performs site surveys as required.
• Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent.
• Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination.
• Reviews submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors.

Job description

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction across various project types. Proficiency with AutoSprink and BIM (Navisworks) coordination is required.

NICET Level 3 in Water-Based System Layout is preferred. The role involves independent work under the Design Manager, hydraulic calculations, documentation, and coordination with field teams to ensure designs meet engineer