Fire Spinkler Designer

J. F. Ahern Co. • Appleton, WI

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About The Position

With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Fire Spinkler Designer located in Fondu Lac or Appleton, WI supporting our Northeast Team.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your design skills while playing a key role on various fire protection sprinkler system projects. As a Designer you will exercise your attention to detail while designing automatic sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and AutoSprink. In conjunction with a Sales Project Manager you will plan, organize and execute projects through activities such as; on-site field surveys, generating hydraulic calculations, submitting drawings to obtain the required building permits, 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks, preparing stock lists, ensuring the projects adhere to the proposed timeline, and preparing project close-out, operation and maintenance documents.  You will also play a key role in helping to mentor and develop less experienced designers.

Requirements

• Ahern will help make the most of your degree in a design/drafting related program.
• Being proficient in AutoCAD, mathematically and technically inclined to learn industry-specific software and codes will be essential.
• A commitment to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining cutting-edge industry knowledge and being able to execute tasks with a great amount of detail will be crucial.

Nice To Haves

• demonstrating the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment

Responsibilities

• designing automatic sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and AutoSprink
• on-site field surveys
• generating hydraulic calculations
• submitting drawings to obtain the required building permits
• 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks
• preparing stock lists
• ensuring the projects adhere to the proposed timeline
• preparing project close-out, operation and maintenance documents
• helping to mentor and develop less experienced designers

Benefits

• Top-Tier Benefits: Our 401(k) match and health benefits rank in the top 20% nationwide
• Incentives: A significant portion of our profits is shared with employees through bonus programs
• Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off
• Paid Parental Leave: Supporting you at every life stage with paid maternity and paternity leave
• Mental Health Resources: Free, full-service mental health care for you and your family
• Wellness Programs: Access on-site fitness centers, personal development funds, and more
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of education assistance, training programs, and development opportunities to advance your career
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid and flexible schedules to fit your needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees