Fire Sprinkler Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Designer produces fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction on projects such as storage occupancies, healthcare facilities, assembly spaces, and mercantile facilities. The role designs systems using architect-generated dimensions and structural backgrounds, resolves coordination issues, performs hydraulic calculations, and prepares stock listings for the fabrication shop as needed. The designer reviews drawings and design documents before fabrication and permit submission, coordinates schedules with the Design Manager and operations, and communicates with field foremen about design changes. The role also reviews equipment submittals, attends project meetings and jobsite visits, and performs site surveys as required. The position requires proficiency with AutoSprink and BIM coordination using Navisworks, and the designer works independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.
BIM experience using Navisworks.
RME-G required.
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 and 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 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, fit in available space, and compatibility with equipment from other vendors.