Designer (Fire Sprinkler Systems)

Guardian Fire Services•Williamsport, MD

10d•$80,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Regional Fire Protection, part of the Guardian Fire Services family, provides fire and life safety solutions across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The company is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented AutoCAD Designer to create fire sprinkler system designs that help protect lives and property and meet fire safety standards. The designer will work with project managers, field technicians, foremen, clients, and other team members to develop designs, solve technical challenges, and support project execution. The role includes reviewing construction documents, preparing AutoCAD drawings, performing hydraulic calculations, coordinating system components with building features, conducting field surveys, and supporting installations and field checks. The position offers training, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

3–5 years of fire sprinkler CAD design experience or related field experience.
Proficiency in AutoCAD.
Strong analytical skills to assess project feasibility and address design challenges.
Ability to manage and monitor projects for safety, quality, and productivity.
Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Nice To Haves

NICET Level 2 or 3 certification.
Familiarity with additional design tools; training is available.

Responsibilities

Review construction contract documents to gather project requirements.
Design fire sprinkler systems and prepare detailed AutoCAD drawings.
Perform hydraulic calculations and create material stock lists.
Coordinate pipe and sprinkler locations with building components to ensure functionality and compliance.
Conduct feasibility analyses and resolve design challenges.
Perform field surveys and attend project-specific meetings.
Work with project managers, foremen, and other team members to support smooth project execution.
Maintain detailed design and project records for future reference and continuous improvement.
Provide technical expertise to field teams during installations and field checks.
Manage design responsibilities and meet project deadlines.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.