Fire Sprinkler Designer

J. F. Ahern Co. • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Ahern is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Designer in Des Moines, Iowa. The Designer creates automatic sprinkler system designs for a variety of fire protection projects, using AutoCAD and AutoSprink. Working with a Sales Project Manager, the Designer plans, organizes, and executes projects from field surveys through project close-out. Responsibilities include hydraulic calculations, permit drawing submissions, 3D BIM coordination, stock lists, schedule and budget adherence, and operation and maintenance documentation. Designers with more experience may be assigned higher-level projects and help mentor less experienced Designers.

Requirements

• A degree in a design- or drafting-related program, or related design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Mathematical and technical aptitude and ability to learn industry-specific software and codes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Commitment to maintaining current industry knowledge.
• Ability to execute tasks with a high level of detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoSprink is preferred.
• Related design experience is welcomed; candidates with such experience may be assigned higher-level projects.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and AutoSprink.
• Work with a Sales Project Manager to plan, organize, and execute projects.
• Conduct on-site field surveys.
• Generate hydraulic calculations.
• Submit drawings to obtain required building permits.
• Perform 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks.
• Prepare stock lists.
• Ensure projects adhere to proposed timelines and budgets.
• Prepare project close-out documents and operation and maintenance documents.
• For more experienced candidates, work on higher-level projects and help mentor less experienced Designers.

Benefits

• 401(k) match.
• Health benefits.
• Employee bonus programs funded by a significant portion of company profits.
• Generous paid time off, with the opportunity to buy additional time off.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Free, full-service mental health care for employees and their families.
• Wellness programs, including access to on-site fitness centers and personal development funds.
• Education assistance, training programs, and career development opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed