Fire Protection Designer

Dave Jones LLC•Madison, WI

20h

About The Position

We're looking for a Fire Protection Designer who's ready to take on more complex projects and more ownership. You're hungry to grow into bigger scope, deeper client relationships, and eventually a leadership path if that's the direction you want to take.

Requirements

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Design, Architectural Design, Mechanical Design, Interior Design, or a related field (not required if your experience speaks for itself)
1 to 3 years of fire protection system design experience minimum
Eligibility to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

NICET Level II certification, or a willingness to obtain it while employed in the role, is a plus
A working knowledge of NFPA standards, building and fire codes, and building materials is a plus
Hands-on experience with HydraCAD, HydraCALC, and HydraLIST is a plus
Experience working with Project Managers on estimates is a plus
Experience supporting Sprinkler Fitters in the field is a plus
Experience leading coordination meetings is a plus

Responsibilities

Design fire protection systems in AutoCAD, HydraCAD, HydraCALC, and HydraLIST, taking on projects with real complexity
Build hydraulic calculations and job specifications that hold up
Keep projects on track and on timeline, working independently more than you have before
Partner with Project Managers on cost estimation, budgets, and margins
Get out to job sites to scope projects from the ground up
Solve design problems as they come up, because they always do
Lead coordination meetings, sometimes solo
Mentor our Fire Protection Designer I team members when they've got questions
Be a go to resource for our Sprinkler Fitters in the field