Fire Sprinkler Designer

About Us

Summit Fire Protection, 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, with a reputation for quality work completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce.

Summit Fire Protection operates over 25 locations in more than 8 states and is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. We support trade skills and workforce development, with leadership involved in NFPA code compliance committees, regional safety boards, and technical education in local schools. We encourage professional growth through continued development, training, and education, including NICET and other career-advancing certifications.

We strive to be the Employer of Choice for motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment, valuing initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth.

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 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractors and design kick-off meetings.
• Prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for jobs with assistance from the Design Manager or Senior Sprinkler Designer.
• Perform field surveys to ensure design appropriateness for structure with assistance from the Design Manager or Senior Sprinkler Designer.
• Assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.
• Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.
• Understand and follow SFP’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures. Know the location of all related safety documentation on each project.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay updated on the latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience as a sprinkler designer.
• Construction experience, mechanical aptitude, and basic/advanced math skills.
• Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English.
• Familiarity with HydraCad, SprinkCAD, and/or other CAD software (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• NICET II or NICET III and/or state-required certification (required). Equivalent experience will be considered if the individual pursues NICET education.
• Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office (required).

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.
• Physical requirements include sitting for long periods, occasional bending, kneeling, balancing, lifting under 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, occasionally alone or with others.
• Occasional outdoor work with exposure to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise.
• Occasional requirement to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as per company safety policies when visiting locations.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 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 (e.g., Accident and Hospital Indemnity)
• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Summit Fire Protection offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, and bonus opportunities.

Skills

• Passion for life safety
• Integrity (Do the right thing)
• Partnership with customers and community
• Operational excellence (Do things right)