Fire Sprinkler Designer
About The Position
Ahern is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Designer in Davenport, Iowa. The role involves designing automatic sprinkler systems using AutoSprink and supporting fire protection sprinkler projects from planning through close-out. Working with a Sales Project Manager, the Designer conducts on-site field surveys, generates hydraulic calculations, submits drawings for building permits, performs 3D BIM coordination using NavisWorks, prepares stock lists, tracks project timelines, and prepares close-out, operation, and maintenance documents. More experienced candidates may receive higher-level projects and help mentor less experienced Designers.
Requirements
- A degree in a design- or drafting-related program.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Mathematical and technical aptitude 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 cutting-edge industry knowledge.
- Ability to execute tasks with a high level of detail.
Nice To Haves
- AutoSprink experience is preferred.
- Related design experience is welcomed and may qualify candidates for higher-level projects.
Responsibilities
- Design automatic sprinkler systems using 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.
- Prepare project close-out, operation, and maintenance documents.
- For more experienced candidates, take on higher-level projects and help mentor less experienced Designers.
Benefits
- 401(k) match.
- Health benefits.
- Employee bonus programs through profit sharing.
- 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 development opportunities.
- Hybrid and flexible schedules.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
