Fire Sprinkler Designer

J. F. Ahern Co. • Des Moines, IA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive? With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Fire Sprinkler Designer located in Des Moines, IA.

How you will contribute: This is a great opportunity to showcase your design skills while playing a key role on various fire protection system projects. As a Designer, you will exercise your attention to detail while designing automatic sprinkler systems using AutoSPRINK and AutoCAD. In conjunction with a Sales Project Manager you will plan, organize and execute projects through activities such as; on-site field surveys, generating hydraulic calculations, submitting drawings to obtain the required building permits, 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks, preparing stock lists, ensuring the projects adhere to the proposed timeline, and preparing project close-out, operation and maintenance documents.

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Mathematically and technically inclined to learn industry-specific software and codes
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
• Maintaining cutting-edge industry knowledge
• Ability to execute tasks with a great amount of detail

Nice To Haves

• Fire protection design experience
• Degree in a design/drafting-related program
• Prior experience designing fire protection systems
• NICET certification

Responsibilities

• Designing automatic sprinkler systems using AutoSPRINK and AutoCAD
• Conducting on-site field surveys
• Generating hydraulic calculations
• Submitting drawings to obtain required building permits
• Performing 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks
• Preparing stock lists
• Ensuring projects adhere to the proposed timeline
• Preparing project close-out, operation and maintenance documents

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Health benefits
• Bonus programs (profit sharing)
• Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity and paternity)
• Mental Health Resources (free, full-service mental health care)
• Wellness Programs (on-site fitness centers, personal development funds)
• Education assistance
• Training programs
• Development opportunities
• Hybrid and flexible schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree