Sprinkler Designer

Johnson Controls; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls seeks a Sprinkler Designer to prepare detailed CAD drawings for effective sprinkler system placement. You will read construction docs, apply NFPA standards, and design/layout using AutoCAD-based tools with hydraulic calculations.

Responsibilities include field verification, coordinating with installation teams, and mentoring others while supporting design estimations for the sales process. A strong background in sprinkler design is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Sprinkler Design Software.
• NICET Level II certification in Water-Based Systems Layout (preferred).
• Ability to solve basic math including geometry and algebra.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office and hydraulic calculation software.
• Interpret NFPA standards for Automatic Sprinkler System Layout.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings for sprinkler systems to ensure efficient placement.
• Read and interpret construction documents, specs, and contracts.
• Apply NFPA standards to sprinkler design based on building type and features.
• Design and layout sprinkler systems using CAD; perform hydraulic calculations.
• Perform field checks to verify design accuracy.
• Coordinate material deliveries and schedule with installation teams.
• Mentor colleagues in sprinkler design best practices.
• Assist sales in design estimations.

Skills

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Sprinkler design software

Hydraulic calculations

Read construction documents

NFPA standards

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II in Water-Based Systems Layout

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Sprinkler Design Software

Job description

What You Will Do

The Sprinkler Designer will be engaged in the preparation of detailed Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings to assure the efficient and effective placement of our products and systems.

How You Will Do It

• Read and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards to the design and/or layout of the sprinkler systems based on the building type, construction type, hazard classification and architectural features.
• Design and layout sprinkler systems using specialized CAD software packages that are based on the AutoCAD platform; coordinate sprinkler system piping with other building components and perform hydraulic calculations.
• Perform field check of completed design to verify accuracy.
• Work closely with the district contracting teams to understand the contract with the customer, the scheduling of the design process, and the delivery needs of the installation crew; coordinate deliveries of system materials to the job site to meet the optimum installation start date.
• Mentor others in the proper execution of sprinkler design using acquired experience, proficiency and knowledge.
• Ability to assist sales in design estimations.

Required

• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 1-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience
• Working experience of AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Sprinkler Design Software or equivalent sprinkler design software

Preferred

• Ability to solve basic math problems including geometry and algebra
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MSOffice, Sprinkler Design Software and a hydraulic calculation program
• Interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards for Automatic Sprinkler System Layout
• NICET Level II (or higher) certification in Water-Based Systems Layout

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $37-$48 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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