Fire Sprinkler Designer
About The Position
Established in 1986, LRI Engineering Inc. is a Canadian engineering firm specializing in fire protection engineering, building and fire code consulting, fire safety and emergency planning services. LRI Engineering is a company of CEP Forensic Inc. Whether a project involves a small-scale interior renovation, retrofit of existing fire protection systems, or new complex commercial, high-rise residential and mix use, transit, or healthcare, arena, airports facilities, or matters involving compliance issues with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, our clients trust our expertise and professionalism. Come join our amazing team in downtown Toronto as a Sprinkler Designer/ Engineer.
Requirements
- University Degree in preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of work experience designing new and existing fire sprinkler systems
- Excellent knowledge of OBC, OFC, and NFPA standards is a must
- Experience with site project management, tender documents, and cost estimation
- Good analytical and organizational skills; attention to detail; and time management skills
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
- Self-driven and resourceful with ability to work well independently and to interact with other stakeholders including Authorities Having Jurisdiction
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Responsibilities
- Apply Canadian provincial and national Building and Fire Codes, CAN/ULC, NFPA standards, and best practice guidelines related to the design and installation of fire sprinkler systems.
- Prepare project budgets and proposals. Management of project staffing, profitability, and timelines
- Undertake retrofit and design projects including site reviews and assessing the fire sprinkler systems in medium and large complexes including but not limited to interconnected towers, multi-use facilities, warehouses, industrial and commercial facilities.
- Conduct site visits to gather data on existing conditions and review construction, review shop drawings, attend tests, and commission the systems.
- Provide hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, drawings, and specifications.
- Work on staged installation of system replacements to ensure the continued operation during the construction phase.
- Prepare sprinkler specifications and tender documents and oversee installation to ensure compliance by contractors.
- Attend construction and pre-construction site meetings.
- Develop Alternative Solutions and prepare written reports with cost estimates.
- Assess performance of existing sprinkler, standpipe, fire water pumps, and special suppression systems (e.g., low/high expansion foam systems, chemical powder, and clean agent fire suppression systems), selecting proper and cost-effective solutions for replacement using applicable Codes and standards
- Support internal and external clients by advising on application of Codes and standards.
- Attending meetings with Clients and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction
Benefits
- Competitive compensation ($75,000 to $95,000) with participation in performance bonus plan.
- A comprehensive health insurance plan including physical and mental well-being, dental & vision care, Family & Employee Assistance Plan and Virtual Healthcare.
- Fitness and home office equipment allowance
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Generous paid time off on top of annual vacation
- A fun and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to work with some seriously awesome people
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
