Fire Sprinkler Designer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Garland, TX

20d

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Designer designs and prepares layout drawings for fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial, and/or residential settings. The role applies fire protection codes and standards to systems such as sprinklers, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, underground systems, and water storage tanks. The designer works with project managers, engineers, contractors, consultants, and other partners to ensure systems meet applicable safety standards and client requirements.

The position involves interpreting architectural, structural, and MEP plans and technical documents; developing working layouts and final master drawings; coordinating production and installation-related issues; performing hydraulic calculations and material preparation; and contributing to proposals and technical documentation. Site surveys may require extended periods of standing and climbing or descending ladders and steps. The role also requires communication with supervisors and coworkers and adherence to the company Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Safety Policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in fire sprinkler design and AutoCAD.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and computer-aided design software.
• Basic understanding of mathematics and physics relevant to design and hydraulics.
• Ability to perform required site surveys and physical activities, including standing, walking, climbing, reaching, and handling or moving objects.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, drafting, or a related field.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, AutoSPRINK, and BIM 360.
• NICET Level II or higher certification in Water-Based Systems Layout.

Responsibilities

• Apply fire protection codes and standards to the design of fire sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP blueprints and PDFs, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Develop preliminary and advanced working layouts and final master drawings.
• Confer with engineers, consultants, and other personnel to lay out code-compliant fire sprinkler systems.
• Coordinate and monitor production, including fabrication, installation issues, and inspection comments.
• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and underground systems.
• Perform and analyze hydraulic calculations and plot plans, and stock-list or fabricate material for the job site.
• Assist with preparing proposal documents and technical data, including test procedures, reports, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable NFPA, local and state fire, and building codes.
• Provide information to supervisors and coworkers by telephone, in writing, by email, and/or in person.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to solve problems and select cost-effective, material-efficient solutions.
• Walk sites for surveys, including work that may involve prolonged standing and climbing or descending ladders and steps.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and career development
• Company vehicle, if applicable to the job
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED