Designer, Senior

About the role

This is a newly created role supporting our Central Design Team as we continue to grow. We’re seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer with 3-5 years of relevant experience and NICET Level II certification (with the ability to obtain NICET III).

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 to send to (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.
• Participate in design kick off meetings.
• Prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for job.
• Perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure.
• Aid 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.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Assist design manager with reviewing submittal drawings and fabrication lists to ensure accuracy.
• Train design trainees all applicable aspects of fire protection design.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: HS Diploma or equivalent required. NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming individual pursues NICET education.
• Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: 3-10 years’ experience as sprinkler designer, required. Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required. Communication Skills: Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers. Systems And Software Skills: Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required. Familiarity with AutoSprink , HydraCad and/or other CAD software, preferred.
• Other Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.