Fire Sprinkler Designer
About The Position
The Fire Sprinkler Designer shall have the ability to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction for various types of projects including: storage occupancies, healthcare, assemblies, mercantile facilities, etc. Proficiency using AutoSprink and coordination using BIM (Navisworks) is required. The ideal candidate will be NICET level 3 in Water-Based System Layout. Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager. Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds. Identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues. Performs hydraulic calculations as required. Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required. Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication. Coordinates with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule. Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review. Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed. Performs site surveys as required. Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent. Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination. Reviews submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors.
Requirements
- Ability to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction for various types of projects including: storage occupancies, healthcare, assemblies, mercantile facilities, etc.
- Proficiency using AutoSprink and coordination using BIM (Navisworks)
- Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager
Nice To Haves
- NICET level 3 in Water-Based System Layout
Responsibilities
- Produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction
- Design fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds
- Identify and resolve all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues
- Perform hydraulic calculations as required
- Complete stock listing for fabrication shop as required
- Review all design drawings in detail before fabrication
- Coordinate with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule
- Review all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review
- Attend project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed
- Perform site surveys as required
- Document and advise all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent
- Communicate with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination
- Review submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Administrative and Support Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
