Design - Sprinkler

Location: Chantilly, VA

About the role

Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale.

Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth. Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Responsibilities

• Design 2D and 3D fire sprinkler systems (new construction, mixed-use buildings, standpipe systems, fire pumps) to ensure compliance with project specifications, all applicable NFPA standards, and local codes.
• Coordinate sprinkler system design using 3D modeling in new and existing structures with architects and other MEP trades.
• Assist design trainees with field surveys to verify existing conditions and perform field surveys throughout construction to ensure accurate installation of projects.
• Prepare shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material submittals for review by Architects, Engineers, and Authority Having Jurisdiction.
• Compile stock lists and material requisitions for the installation of fire sprinkler systems along with installation prints.

Requirements

• Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology.
• 6 months of experience as a Sprinkler Designer or a related occupation.

Physical & Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods.
• Occasionally bend, kneel, balance, lift less than 20 lbs, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above and below shoulders.
• Frequently drive and walk for extended periods.
• Consistently work indoors in an office setting, both alone and with others.
• Occasionally work outside and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Long-term disability – employer paid.
• Short-term disability – employer paid.
• Additional voluntary ancillary benefits such as accident and hospital indemnity.
• Life insurance for team members and dependents.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral program.
• Extensive training opportunities and career advancement.
• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for certain career development programs and potential bonuses for specific certifications (e.g., NICET).

Pay

$58,968 per year

Core Values

• Passionate about life safety.
• Integrity (Do the right thing).
• Partnership with our customers and community.
• Excellence (Do things right).