Fire Protection Designer III

Harrison French Architecture • Bentonville, AR

70d

About The Position

As a Fire Protection Designer III at HFA, you'll play a key role in designing and hydraulically calculating fire protection sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems for a variety of commercial, industrial, and retail facilities nationwide. You'll take ownership of your projects from start to finish-working under the direction of a licensed fire protection engineer-and be a trusted expert on design decisions, system performance, and code compliance. You'll also mentor junior designers, review designs for quality, and collaborate with other HFA disciplines-including architecture, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering-to create seamless, high-performing building systems.

Requirements

• Proficient in Revit, AutoSprink, and related design tools.
• Familiar with high-rise alarm systems, voice evacuation, and Honeywell fire alarm systems.
• Strong understanding of NFPA codes, fire protection standards, and building codes.
• Ability to develop code-compliant sprinkler, alarm, and underground piping system designs, including riser diagrams.
• Skilled in performing hydraulic and battery load calculations.
• NICET Level III (or higher) in Fire Alarm Systems strongly preferred.
• BSME, BS Fire Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in fire alarm design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver completed construction documents on most client and/or project types.
• Communicate effectively to be seen as highly knowledgeable and/or an expert when discussing design challenges or projects.
• Independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for any project and/or project type.
• Utilize knowledge of recognized national standards to most project types with minimal oversight from Fire Protection Engineer.
• Design and draft fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and fire protection underground supply piping systems, including riser diagrams.
• Serve as Fire Protection Design Lead or provide major quality control, training, or other technical functions for the company.
• Train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer technical design questions for Sprinkler/Alarm Systems.
• Collaborate with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on client requirements.
• Establish project budgets with approval of supervisor and ensure projects are financially successful.
• Select and design Fire Sprinkler/Alarm systems and equipment, controls, and provide energy calculations.
• Write specifications for most project types.

Benefits

• Travel perks - earn airline miles, hotel points, and rental car rewards while visiting sites (15-20% travel).
• Competitive salary and benefits, including medical/dental, life and disability insurance, flexible time off, employee owned, and 401(k) with employer match.
• Access to industry-leading design tools and technology.
• A professional, engaging, and rewarding work environment where your ideas are valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree