Fire Sprinkler System Designer

Sciens Building Solutions•Gainesville, FL

10d

About The Position

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler System Designer to join their growing team. This key position requires knowledge and attention to detail in all aspects of NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 24. The designer will work closely with estimating, project management, field, and fabrication teams.

Requirements

Two to five years of fire protection system layout and calculation experience.
Experience with installation of underground piping.
NICET level II in water-based systems layout.
HydraCAD and 3D coordination experience.
Experience with fire sprinkler industry design software.
Ability to read fire system design drawings.
Proficient in NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 24 code requirements.
Ability to read fire system design drawings.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret construction documents and plans.
Fire sprinkler design of automatic fire systems, including fire pumps, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain individual schedule and completion dates.
Create detailed drawings through the use of HydraCAD software.
Use BIM to design system onto engineered drawings.
Conduct field surveys and assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.
Perform hydraulic calculations and detail stock lists for fabrication.
Ensure work complies with applicable codes and AHJ requirements.
Pre-construction coordination with other trades.
Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
Knowledge of fire industry.
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements.
Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.