Fire Sprinkler Designer

APi Group • Tifton, GA

154d

About The Position

International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy in building a safer environment for our customers and communities. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to provide the best life safety service to our customers through quality, integrity, honesty, and customer satisfaction. The Fire Sprinkler Designer will design, coordinate, and possibly project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. This role involves creating detailed drawings and managing project schedules, material lists, and coordination with various stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Applicable degree from a technical school or college.
• Two years or more experience in commercial industrial, and residential design.
• Detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings.
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, BIM, Bluebeam or HydraCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software.
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines.
• Experience in commercial industrial, and residential fire sprinkler system design.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others.
• Willing to pass a drug screen test, background, and reference check.

Nice To Haves

• NICET certification is a plus.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with subcontractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's fire sprinkler system.
• Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities.
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, BIM, Bluebeam or HydraCAD type programs.
• Create a stock list for all material required throughout the project.
• Perform hydraulic calculations.
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work.
• Maintain design historical records for future use.
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure the company is meeting customers' expectations.
• Coordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job information.
• Perform Project Manager functions as required.
• Manage project & drawing archives.
• Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other IFP management personnel.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Flex Spending Accounts (health and dependent)
• 401(k), ESPP, Profit Sharing
• PTO & Company Paid Holidays
• EAP

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees