Fire Sprinkler Designer
About The Position
The Fire Sprinkler Designer develops fire sprinkler and suppression system designs for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. The role ensures designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications, and collaborates with project managers, engineers, and field teams to create accurate, constructible designs. The position is based at Century Fire Protection in Grand Prairie, Texas, and is full time. The designer prepares layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, material specifications, design submittals, shop drawings, and permit packages. The role includes reviewing construction drawings, coordinating with project stakeholders, addressing constructability issues and design changes with field personnel, maintaining design documentation, participating in design reviews and quality control, and staying current with fire protection standards and industry best practices. The position is primarily office based, with occasional site visits. Physical activities may include prolonged computer and desk work, walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, bending, stooping, navigating uneven surfaces, and lifting up to 25–30 pounds. Site visits may involve exposure to varying weather, dust, or noise. Comprehensive benefits, education, and training are offered to support employee success and career growth.
Requirements
- High school diploma; technical education or a degree is preferred.
- 2–5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
- Experience with commercial, industrial, or multi-family projects.
- Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, hydraulics, and NFPA standards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or other fire protection design software.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Microsoft Office application skills and proficiency with CAD software.
Nice To Haves
- Technical education or a degree.
- NICET Level II or III in Fire Protection Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Create fire sprinkler system designs, including layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material specifications.
- Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
- Review construction drawings and coordinate with architects, engineers, and project managers.
- Prepare design submittals, shop drawings, and permit packages.
- Collaborate with field personnel to address constructability issues and design changes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of designs and revisions.
- Participate in design reviews and quality control checks.
- Stay current with fire protection standards, codes, and industry best practices.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Relief Fund
- Supplemental insurance, including Critical Illness, Hospitalization, and Accident coverage
- Education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
