Sprinkler Designer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer in Columbia, SC to prepare detailed CAD drawings for sprinkler placement, perform hydraulic calculations, and coordinate with contracting teams and installation crews.

You will interpret NFPA standards, verify designs in the field, mentor others, and assist sales with design estimates.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings for sprinkler system placement.
• Interpret construction documents, building conditions, and architectural features for accurate design.
• Apply NFPA standards to sprinkler system design and layout per project type and features.
• Design and layout sprinkler systems using CAD software on AutoCAD platform.
• Coordinate sprinkler piping with other building components.
• Perform hydraulic calculations to support performance and layout decisions.
• Conduct field checks to verify accuracy before installation.
• Coordinate with district contracting teams to align contracts and delivery needs.
• Support installation by coordinating delivery of system materials to job site.
• Mentor others in sprinkler design via experience and product knowledge.
• Assist sales with design estimates as needed.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design experience

NFPA standards knowledge

Math and geometry basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NICET Level III in Water-Based Systems Layout

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

Sprinkler Design Software

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Designer

At Johnson Controls, our fire protection teams help design sprinkler systems that support safe, code-compliant installations and practical field execution for our customers.

Role Overview

The Fire Sprinkler Designer is responsible for preparing detailed Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings to support the efficient and effective placement of sprinkler products and systems. This role combines technical design work, hydraulic calculations, field verification, and close coordination with district contracting teams and installation crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings for sprinkler system placement.
• Interpret construction documents, building conditions, and architectural features to support accurate system design.
• Interpret and apply NFPA standards to sprinkler system design and layout based on building type, construction type, hazard classification, and architectural features.
• Design and layout sprinkler systems using specialized CAD software packages based on the AutoCAD platform.
• Coordinate sprinkler system piping with other building components.
• Perform hydraulic calculations to support system performance and layout decisions.
• Perform field checks of completed designs to verify accuracy before installation.
• Work closely with district contracting teams to understand customer contracts, design scheduling, and delivery needs for installation crews.
• Coordinate delivery of system materials to the job site to support the optimum installation start date.
• Mentor others in the accurate execution of sprinkler design using experience, proficiency, and product knowledge.
• Assist sales with design estimates as needed.

How You Will Do It

• Apply NFPA standards with care and consistency so the design reflects the building type, hazard classification, and project requirements.
• Stay close to the work by coordinating regularly with contracting teams, field crews, and sales to keep designs aligned with installation needs.
• Verify accuracy in the field and resolve design issues early to reduce rework and support smooth installation.
• Share knowledge and improve every day by mentoring others, solving problems with practical judgment, and supporting better project outcomes.

Qualifications

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

Nice to Have

• Ability to solve basic math problems including geometry and algebra.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MSOffice, Sprinkler Design Software, and a hydraulic calculation program.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards for Automatic Sprinkler System Layout.
• NICET Level III in Water-Based Systems Layout.

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to apply specialized sprinkler design skills in a practical, customer-focused environment. You will work with experienced teams, contribute to accurate project execution, and help support the delivery of quality fire protection solutions.

Compensation and Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $36.58-$54.85 (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. 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