Fire Sprinkler Designer

Impact Fire•Knoxville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Up to a $10,000 Sign-On-Bonus based on experience. Position is located at our Knoxville, Tennessee district office. Under the guidance of the Design Manager, the Fire Sprinkler designer will assist in the preparation of NFPA compliant fire sprinkler shop drawings utilizing HydraCAD. This position will require the building of knowledge dealing with the selection of fire sprinkler system components, hazard analysis, fluid hydraulics, interpretation of code compliance requirements, and industry standards for the installation of fire protection systems. The candidate will assist in surveying existing fire protection systems, drawing preparation, material listing, and field survey as required to successfully install fire sprinkler systems. This position requires an eager and motivated team player with a positive, professional attitude and demeanor. The Fire Sprinkler Designer is to deliver quality products and services which meet or exceed the customer's and industry standards, and to achieve customer satisfaction through a unified commitment to job competency and unsurpassed service.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with strong desire to excel.
Proven AutoCAD 2018 or higher proficiency and ability to learn new software.
HydraCAD proficiency.
Computer fluency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent written & oral communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

Learn to prepare fire protection design drawings and hydraulic calculations, within time and budget constraints, for commercial and residential buildings in compliance with applicable codes for submittal and fabrication.
The successful candidate must exhibit a desire to train on new systems and technologies.
Continue to expand knowledge in the field of fire protection by on-the-job training and self-direction.
Maintain project drawing files, drawing library and associated records.
Check accuracy of own work and demonstrate “Pride of Ownership”.
Successfully interact with internal and external customers.