Fire Sprinkler Designer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Mesquite, TX

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About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Designer designs and prepares layout drawings for fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial, and/or residential settings. The role applies fire protection codes and standards and uses hydraulic calculations and CAD software to develop code-compliant systems that meet safety standards and client requirements. The designer works closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other partners, and coordinates production considerations such as fabrication, installation issues, and inspection comments.

The position also involves interpreting blueprints and technical documents, preparing working layouts and final master drawings, performing hydraulic calculations and material preparation, and assisting with proposals and technical documentation. Site surveys may involve extended standing and climbing or descending ladders and steps. The role follows company conduct, confidentiality, and safety policies and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in fire sprinkler design and AutoCAD.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and computer-aided design software.
• Basic understanding of mathematics and physics relevant to design and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP blueprints/PDFs, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, drafting, or a related field.
• NICET certification (Level II or higher) in Water-Based Systems Layout.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, AutoSPRINK, and BIM 360.

Responsibilities

• Apply fire protection codes and standards to designs for sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP blueprints/PDFs, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Develop working layouts and final master drawings.
• Confer with engineers, consultants, and other personnel to lay out code-compliant fire sprinkler systems.
• Coordinate and monitor production aspects, including fabrication, installation issues, and inspection comments.
• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and underground systems.
• Perform and analyze hydraulic calculations and plot plans, and stock-list or fabricate material for job sites.
• Assist with preparing proposal documents and technical data, including test procedures, reports, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable NFPA, local and state fire, and building codes.
• Communicate information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in writing, by email, and in person.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to solve problems and select cost-effective, material-efficient solutions.
• Conduct site surveys, which may involve prolonged standing and climbing or descending ladders and steps.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation
• Company holidays
• Training and career development
• Company vehicle, if applicable to the job
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED