Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems•Austin, TX

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 designer works independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager, using architect-generated dimensions and structural backgrounds to design fire protection systems. The role involves coordinating design details, identifying and resolving coordination issues, performing hydraulic calculations, preparing stock listings for the fabrication shop, and reviewing drawings and design documents before fabrication or permit submission. The designer coordinates drawing schedules with the Design Manager and operations, attends project meetings and jobsite visits as needed, performs site surveys when required, and communicates discrepancies or missing information to relevant parties. The designer also works with field foremen throughout the design process and reviews submittals for compliance with engineer requirements, fit, and compatibility with equipment from other vendors.

Requirements

At least 3 years of fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.
Familiarity with NFPA 13, 14, 20, and 22 and FM Global Standards.
Technical understanding of fire sprinkler design, including wet, dry, preaction, and deluge systems.
AutoCAD experience and third-party software training.
Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications.
Competent mathematical ability and good basic computer skills.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with people from various backgrounds.
Positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoSprink.
BIM coordination experience using Navisworks.
NICET Level 1 in Water-Based System Layout is identified as ideal.
NICET Level 2.

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 elements affecting coordination 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 in conjunction with permit and fabrication schedules.
Review design documents before submission for permits and architect/engineer review.
Attend project meetings and jobsite visits as needed.
Perform site surveys as required.
Document and advise relevant parties of discrepancies, unclear intent, or missing information affecting coordination or design intent.
Communicate with field foremen throughout the design process and document necessary changes resulting from coordination.
Review submittals for size, quantity, and design to verify engineer requirements, available-space fit, and compatibility with equipment purchased from other vendors.