Fire Protection Designer

Job Summary

Absentent Duties And Responsibilities

• Able to execute project design responsibilities with little supervision
• Sizing and layout of equipment and distribution systems such as sprinkler heads and piping
• Perform hydraulic calculations, selection and layout of equipment, and piping system design for fire sprinkler systems
• Create spool drawings that are clearly labeled and accurately dimensioned for construction feasibility and pre-fabrication
• Assist in the development of the systems submittals and approval process thereof
• Assist with coordination of design and installation in new construction and retrofit projects with project management and field staff
• Field engineering: assist with project execution, site surveys, trade coordination, scheduling, document management and problem solving, as required
• Setup and model 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, and other BIM software
• Manage time to meet project schedules and task deadlines
• Manage files on share sites, network servers, and software platforms
• Process and manage backgrounds provided by trade partners
• Use Bluebeam or other drawing markup tools to coordinate changes with designers and engineers
• Check completed work for quality, clarity, and use of ACCO BIM standards
• Prepare project-deliverable packages for transmittal/submission
• Communicate design and constructability issues/challenges with project team
• Effectively and professionally communicate and foster collaboration with colleagues and project team members

Position Requirements (Work Experience, Skills, Licenses, Etc.)

• Proficient basic computer software skills (Windows Explorer, Word, Excel, Gmail)
• Working knowledge and/or experience with BIM software such as AutoCAD and AutoSPRINK
• Education And Experience Required: High School Diploma or equivalent 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• Desired Technical associate or bachelor’s Degree preferred
• NICET I certification or higher preferred

ACCO Competencies

• Proactivity/Initiative
• Perseverance
• Motivation/Dedication
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn
• Insight
• Engagement
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Big Picture
• Execution
• Professionalism

Job Responsibility Level

No direct reports

Hours: This is a non-exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm with a one-hour break for lunch and two breaks. Eight hours per day is required and other occasional overtime may be necessary for business needs.

Physical Demands

• The employee may regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.
• The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk and sit.

Competitive Wages

$34 - $48 per hour. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others.

About Us

ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant…ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs. Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer AA M/F/V/D. We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.