Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems•Houston, TX

17d

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Designer produces fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction across projects such as storage occupancies, healthcare, assembly, and mercantile facilities. The role designs systems using architect-generated dimensions and structural backgrounds, identifies and resolves coordination issues, and communicates outstanding issues to relevant parties. It performs hydraulic calculations and prepares stock listings for the fabrication shop as needed. The designer reviews drawings and design documents before fabrication and permit or architect/engineer submittal, coordinates drawing schedules with the Design Manager and operations, and reviews vendor submittals for compliance with engineer requirements, fit, and compatibility. The position may attend project meetings and jobsite visits and perform site surveys. It also documents discrepancies, unclear intent, or missing information and communicates with field foremen about design coordination and necessary changes. The role is expected to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager.

Requirements

At least 5 years of fire protection design experience.
BIM (Navisworks) experience.
Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20, and 22 and FM Global Standards.
Technical understanding of wet, dry, preaction, and deluge fire sprinkler systems.
AutoCAD experience and third-party software training.
Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications.
Competent math ability.
Good basic computer skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Positive attitude.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with people from various backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Texas NICET Level 3 in Water-Based System Layout.

Responsibilities

Produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction.
Design fire protection systems using architect-generated dimensions and structural backgrounds.
Identify and resolve coordination issues and communicate outstanding issues.
Perform hydraulic calculations as required.
Complete stock listings for the fabrication shop as required.
Review design drawings in detail before fabrication.
Coordinate drawing schedules with the Design Manager and operations for permit and fabrication schedules.
Review design documents before permit and architect/engineer submittal.
Attend project meetings and jobsite visits as needed.
Perform site surveys as required.
Document and communicate discrepancies, unclear intent, or missing information that could affect coordination or design intent.
Communicate with field foremen throughout the design process and record necessary changes resulting from coordination.
Review submittals for size, quantity, and design to confirm they meet engineer requirements, fit available space, and are compatible with equipment from other vendors.