Designer

About Us

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with capabilities including design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale and are recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. With over 70 locations in more than 20 states, we offer dynamic growth opportunities, support trade skills and workforce development through apprenticeships and on-the-job training, and encourage professional development with reimbursement for career-advancing certifications and potential bonuses.

Our core values are represented by the acronym PIPE: Passion for life safety, Integrity, Partnership with customers and community, and Operational Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic sprinkler systems including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems using working knowledge of fire sprinkler codes.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.
• Prepare submittal packages for the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.
• Participate in coordination and design kick-off meetings with contractors.
• Prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendors and requisition materials for jobs with assistance from the Design Manager or Senior Sprinkler Designer.
• Perform field surveys to ensure designs are appropriate for structures, with assistance as needed.
• Assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.
• Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; know where all related safety documentation is located on each project.
• Attend seminars or training sessions to stay current with latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience as a sprinkler designer.
• Construction experience, mechanical aptitude, and basic/advanced math skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET II or NICET III and/or state-required certification required; equivalent experience considered if pursuing NICET education.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements.

Skills

• Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with SprinkCad and/or other CAD software preferred.
• Strong communication skills; ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, balancing, lifting up to 20 lbs, walking, standing, ascending/descending stairs, driving, twisting, and reaching above/below shoulders.
• Frequent driving and walking for extended periods.
• Consistent indoor office work, both alone and with others.
• Occasional outdoor work with exposure to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise.
• Occasional requirement to wear personal protective equipment as per company safety policies.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability.
• Additional voluntary ancillary benefits (e.g., accident, 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.