Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer — BIM/Navisworks Expert

FIRETRON INC; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Leadership opportunities

401(k) match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid training

Professional development

Paid time off

Holidays

Safe work environment

Job summary

FireTron Inc. seeks a knowledgeable Fire Sprinkler Designer to produce fire protection drawings and hydraulic calculations for commercial projects. The role requires proficiency with AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD, and Navisworks, and a strong grasp of NFPA standards.

You will work independently and with teams to meet deadlines and coordinate with project managers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fire protection design, BIM experience, and the ability to coordinate across stakeholders while ensuring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire protection system design.
• BIM experience (Navisworks required).
• Proficiency with AutoSPRINK preferred.
• Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 (2016+ editions) and FM Global standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and other third-party design software.

Responsibilities

• Design fire protection systems using architectural dimensions and structural backgrounds.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for various fire sprinkler systems.
• Identify and resolve coordination issues, communicating concerns effectively.
• Create fabrication stock listings and review all design drawings prior to fabrication.
• Coordinate drawing schedules with project managers to meet permit and fabrication deadlines.
• Conduct and document site surveys and jobsite visits as needed.
• Collaborate with field foremen and update designs based on field feedback.
• Attend project and coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Review submittals for design quality, code compliance, and equipment compatibility.
• Assist and train entry-level designers while promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure that designs comply with applicable NFPA and FM Global standards.
• Use AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD, and BIM tools like Navisworks for design and coordination.

Skills

Fire protection design

BIM

AutoSPRINK

AutoCAD

Navisworks

NFPA standards

Coordination

Communication

Detail-oriented

Excel

Tools

AutoSPRINK

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Job description

FireTron Inc. seeks a knowledgeable Fire Sprinkler Designer to produce fire protection drawings and hydraulic calculations for commercial projects. The role requires proficiency with AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD, and Navisworks, and a strong grasp of NFPA standards.

You will work independently and with teams to meet deadlines and coordinate with project managers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fire protection design, BIM experience, and the ability to coordinate across stakeholders while ensuring