Job Description
Job Description
Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer- Fire Sprinkler System Designer
Our client is seeking to add an experienced Fire Sprinkler System Designer to the team, with strong technical design experience and excellent communications skills.
***Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, medical & dental insurance; life insurance and voluntary life insurance; long-term disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid holidays, and PTO days. ***
Job Responsibilities:
- Review customer requirements and collaborate with all team members to gather required information to design Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems with accuracy and detail (including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems)
- Plan and design systems using software such as AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, SprinkCAD, HydraCAD, HydraCALC, and/or HydraLIST
- Create fire sprinkler system designs, generate fabrication reports, and perform hydraulic calculations
- Adhere to National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) codes and standards and local building code compliance requirements
- Conduct field reviews and site surveys for measurements, environment and to verify accuracy of completed design
- Interpret architect drawings/specifications, blueprints, and construction documents
- Meet client & customer needs and support efficient project management with excellent communication and critical thinking skills
- Develop sprinkler system designs for commercial & industrial projects
- Create accurate and code-compliant design drawings and specifications
- Conduct site visits to gather necessary information for design development
- Review and interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical plans
- Ensure designs meet all applicable codes, standards, and regulations
- Prepare material and equipment specifications and cost estimates
- Coordinate with installation teams to ensure accurate implementation of designs
- Provide technical support during the installation and commissioning phases
- Maintain thorough documentation of designs and revisions
Qualifications:
- Approximately five (5) or more years of experience in fire sprinkler system design for industrial and commercial applications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing engineering, or a related field desired
- Applicants without a degree considered but must have direct industry experience
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, MS Word, and Excel
- Experience with relevant programs such as AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, SprinkCAD, HydraCAD, HydraCALC, HydraLIST, Revit, or other fire protection /sprinkler design software
- Excellent organizational and communication skills with
- Attention to detail
- NICET Certification a plus
- Understanding of NFPA Standards and Building Codes
- Strong understanding of system installation practices
Alex Showers
Liberty Personnel Services
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