Fire Sprinkler Designer – Entry Level

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 company’s mission of improving safety and service quality.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fire sprinkler system designs using software such as Revit and AutoSprink.
• Design fire sprinkler systems to meet the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (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, including coordination using 3D BIM modeling software (e.g., Navisworks).
• Collaborate with project teams during construction 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 and equipment manuals, and final as-built drawings.
• Generate stock lists and order all materials for sprinkler systems to ensure timely fabrication and delivery.
• Perform field surveys, water flow tests, job site visits, and gather feedback to improve design and installation accuracy.
• Assist the sales and estimating team with preliminary site surveys, hydraulic calculations, pricing change orders, reviewing RFIs, estimating design labor, and providing technical support.

Requirements

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