Experienced Fire Sprinkler System Designer
Patriot Fire Protection•Tacoma, WA
•$85,000 - $115,000
About The Position
Patriot Fire Protection, Inc., an industry leader in fire prevention systems since 1990, is seeking a mid-level Fire Sprinkler System Designer. With offices across Washington state, the company designs, fabricates, installs, and maintains fire protection solutions. The designer will be a key player in protecting communities across the Pacific Northwest by creating code-compliant and field-ready designs, handling layouts, hydraulic calculations, permit packages, and AHJ coordination.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in fire sprinkler system design or fire protection drafting including working knowledge of sprinkler design principles, hydraulic calculations, and construction documentation
- Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including NFPA 13, 14, 20, and related fire protection requirements
- 3+ years of exposure to reading construction or architectural drawings
- 3+ years of experience with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Revit, and Navisworks
- NICET Level II certification
Nice To Haves
- Excellent communication skills: internally, externally, verbal, and written
- Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving
- Eagerness to learn and grow within the fire protection industry
- Commitment to safety and excellence in all aspects of work
- Tech/Trade School, Community College, or University graduate
- NICET Level III
- Proficiency in MS Office and Google Docs
Responsibilities
- Design code-compliant fire sprinkler systems that align with project and company standards
- Prepare layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, stock lists, permit/shop drawings, and submittal packages
- Coordinate sprinkler design with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems
- Apply NFPA standards and local jurisdictional requirements to support accurate, approvable designs
- Support project execution by addressing RFIs, revisions, field issues, permitting, and documentation needs
- Collaborate with project managers, field personnel, fabrication teams, customers, and design partners to keep projects on schedule and aligned with quality standards
Benefits
- Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth
- Impactful work that directly contributes to public safety
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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