Fire Sprinkler Designer

About the role

S&S Midwest Fire Protection is seeking a detail-oriented Fire Sprinkler Designer to design and develop fire protection sprinkler systems in compliance with applicable codes and project requirements. This entry-level position offers opportunities to grow and enhance your career while contributing to the improvement of the company’s services and environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fire sprinkler system designs using software such as Revit and AutoSprink.
• Design fire sprinkler systems to meet the requirements of the AHJ, State Building Codes, and NFPA Standards.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for fire protection systems using the most recent hydraulics software.
• Review and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and civil drawings.
• Manage all aspects of project design from conception to completion.
• Coordinate fire sprinkler projects using the latest 3D BIM modeling software and techniques such as Navisworks.
• Collaborate with project teams during the construction phase to resolve design issues and provide technical support.
• Communicate with MEP contractors and general contractors for final design coordination.
• Prepare submittal packages including permit drawing sets, material & equipment manuals, and final As-Built drawings.
• Stock list and order all material for sprinkler systems from completed/coordinated designs for fabrication and on-time delivery.
• Perform field surveys, water flow tests, job site visits, and gather feedback from the field to aid in design/installation accuracy.
• Assist the Sales/Estimating team with preliminary site surveys, hydraulic calculations, pricing change orders, reviewing RFIs, estimating design labor on projects, and providing design technical support.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Revit is a plus (training will be provided if necessary).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.