Fire Protection/Supression Designer

PTS Advance • Signal Hill, CA

1d • $40 - $53 • Remote

About The Position

PTS Advance has an exciting opportunity for a Fire Protection/Supression Designer - working remote. The work is highly precise in nature and requires a very strong attention to detail. Any output must be extremely high quality, with correct results time and time again. Someone in this role must check and double-check their work. They must also be patient and conscientious, with a commitment to highly polished, well-presented work. -Pay Rate: $40-53 per hour. - Full-time, Los Alamitos, CA-based in-office, or remote work will be considered for the right candidate -Minimum AS in computer aided design/drafting, architecture, construction technology, engineering technology, or similar field -Minimum of 10 years of experience in fire suppression systems design. Documented work experience should demonstrate -Note, there are two assessments we would like all candidates to take upon applying. The Fire Protection Designer - Suppression position is responsible for designing and developing fire protection systems for industrial, commercial, warehouse, and advanced technology facilities including fire suppression and fire alarm design. The role includes field surveys, creating detailed plans, permit coordination, and ensuring compliance with local and national fire codes, and collaborating with project managers to deliver high-quality fire protection solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fire suppression systems design. Documented work experience should demonstrate increasing knowledge of more complex system designs.
• Minimum associate's degree in computer aided design/drafting, architecture, construction technology, engineering technology, or similar field
• Documented training in fire suppression design and/or design application software
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK and other design software.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• NICET Level III certification

Nice To Haves

• Experience or understanding of other discipline or systems design is a plus. (e.g. fire alarm, HVAC, plumbing, low voltage, architectural, structural, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree in similar field is a plus
• Continuing education in fire protection technologies is a plus
• Desire to acquire new skills

Responsibilities

• Design fire sprinkler systems including wet, dry, preaction, deluge and special hazards systems.
• Perform field surveys to gather data necessary to complete design work
• Prepare detailed drawings, hydraulic calculations, and seismic bracing calculations
• Submit drawings for permit, coordinate plan check process, address corrections, etc.
• Provide regular communication with internal and external project teams.
• Ensure designs comply with all applicable codes and standards (NFPA, state and local building codes)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree