Fire Sprinkler Designer

Commercial Fire Protection, Inc.•Oakland, CA

8d•$85,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for creating all plans, blueprints, design drawings, submittal documents, and calculations for projects in Northern California and surrounding areas. This role involves obtaining permits, submitting required documents to Jurisdictional Authorities and general contractors, and coordinating with the field on installations and service. The designer will communicate timelines to customers and contractors, order materials and parts for field installations, and utilize familiarity with Code to support the sales, service, and field teams. Proactive follow-up on submittals and approvals is crucial to maintain project schedules. The company is fast-paced, and this position requires the ability to keep up with demand. Some travel may be necessary.

Requirements

5+ years experience designing in the Fire Life Safety Industry
Understanding of Fire Life Safety Code (NFPA, CFC, IBC, IFC)
Ability to perform calculations on Fire Sprinkler designs
Experience comprehending specifications, contract drawings, bid set plans and others
Experience coordinating field employees to follow plans
Proficient with Autocad
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to follow direction, complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to complete multiple projects, prioritize and see projects through from start to finish
Excellent oral and written communication
Detail oriented
Team player
Self-motivated
Client driven and customer service oriented
Must have 5 plus years of Fire Sprinkler experience

Nice To Haves

NICET Certifications a plus
MEP CAD suite (Autosprink, AlarmCAD) a strong plus
HydraCAD experience a plus
Sales and design-bid experience a plus

Responsibilities

Create all plans, blueprints, design drawings, submittal documents, and calculations for projects.
Obtain permits and submit all required documents to Jurisdictional Authorities and general contractors.
Coordinate with field on installations and service.
Communicate timelines to customers and contractors.
Order materials and parts for field installations.
Utilize familiarity with Code in support of sales team, service team and field employees.
Proactively follow up on submittals and approvals to maintain project schedule.

Benefits

Employee Group Medical Insurance Coverage 100% paid by the Company (PPO Network)
Employee Group Dental (DHMO) Insurance Coverage 100% paid by the Company (upgrade to PPO available for minimal cost)
Employee Vision and Chiropractic embedded in the medical plan paid by the Company
Employee Life Insurance/AD&D paid by the Company
Employee Long Term Disability paid by the Company
Additional Optional Vision Coverage
2 Weeks Accrued Paid Vacation
3 Days Paid Sick Leave
1 Day Paid Personal Holiday
8 Paid Major Holidays
401(k) Plan matching at 150%
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Team Building and Team Appreciation Events