Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer

Silco Fire & Security; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and generous paid time off

Company paid short-term disability and life insurance

Job summary

Silco Fire & Security in Dayton, OH is looking for a Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer. The role involves designing engineered suppression systems, conducting field assessments, and producing detailed layouts and specifications.

Qualified candidates will have a NICET certification, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of NFPA standards. Along with competitive compensation, Silco offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing special hazards fire suppression systems.
• Proficiency with CAD or industry-specific design tools.
• Strong understanding of NFPA 2001, NFPA 12, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineered designs for special hazards fire suppression systems.
• Perform field assessments to evaluate hazard classifications.
• Produce detailed system layouts, flow calculations, and piping schematics.

Skills

Designing engineered suppression systems

Knowledge of NFPA standards

Strong communication skills

Education

NICET certification preferred

3+ years of experience

Tools

CAD software

Specialized design tools

Job description

Location: Dayton, OH

Job Id: 1868

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer

Position Overview

Silco Fire & Security is seeking a highly skilled Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience designing engineered suppression systems such as clean agent, CO2, and other non-water-based systems, along with strong knowledge of applicable NFPA standards. This role supports new construction, retrofits, and system upgrades across mission-critical and high-value risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineered designs for special hazards fire suppression systems, including clean agent (FM-200, Novec 1230), inert gas, and CO2 systems.
• Perform field assessments to evaluate hazard classifications, protected assets, and environmental conditions.
• Produce detailed system layouts, flow calculations, piping schematics, and equipment specifications using CAD or specialized design software.
• Prepare submittal packages for AHJ review and approval.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes including NFPA 2001, NFPA 12, NFPA 17, and NFPA 17A.
• Complete agent quantity calculations and verify system performance requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and project teams to integrate suppression systems with detection and release systems.
• Assist with material takeoffs, cost estimates, and procurement documentation.
• Review design packages for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.

Qualifications

• NICET certification (Special Hazards or Fire Protection Engineering Technology preferred)
• 3+ years of experience designing special hazards fire suppression systems
• Strong understanding of NFPA 2001, NFPA 12, and related standards
• Experience with clean agent system design and calculations
• Proficiency with CAD or industry-specific design tools
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Strong communication and coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Commissioning and testing of clean agent systems
• Room integrity testing coordination
• Detection and releasing system integration

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Silco offers a wide range of benefits such as medical, dental, vision, Aflac and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Silco offers company paid short-term disability and life insurance, as well as company paid training. The Company also boasts a 401(k) program with company matching and tuition reimbursement. Silco provides paid holidays and generous paid time off.

Silco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.