Senior Fire Sprinkler System Designer

Responsibilities

• Design sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA and project specifications.
• Participate in the review process with other design team members and drafters, as requested by management.
• Create detailed drawings using CAD software (such as AutoSprink, HydraCAD, etc) and perform hydraulic calculations.
• Review all designs before submitting for approval to ensure they meet Sciens quality standard and code requirements.
• Follow all Sciens policies and procedures during daily work activities.
• Work independently and lead a team to complete all tasks and related design functions.
• Routinely work with sales and project managers to ensure the most efficient design while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Assist and provide feedback to the sales and project managers for organizing, planning, and prioritizing work.
• Assist management in developing and implementing a quality service program to increase efficiency and proficiencies for the design and engineering department.
• Assist management by advising drafters to ensure that their goals and objectives are met.
• Ensure design complies with applicable codes and AHJ requirements.

Requirements

• Five years of sprinkler system layout and hydraulic calculation experience.
• NICET level III in water-based systems layout.
• Ability to create detailed drawings using a CAD software.
• Experience with fire sprinkler industry design software.
• Ability to read fire sprinkler system design drawings.
• Proficient in NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 24 code requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret fire sprinkler project drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership and time management skills; and the ability to multi-task.
• Working understanding of fire sprinkler design.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Able to pass background check.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.