Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer
Silco•Dayton, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
Silco Fire & Security is seeking a highly skilled Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience designing engineered suppression systems such as clean agent, CO₂ , and other non-water-based systems, along with strong knowledge of applicable NFPA standards. This role supports new construction, retrofits, and system upgrades across mission-critical and high-value risk environments.
Requirements
- NICET certification (Special Hazards or Fire Protection Engineering Technology preferred)
- 3+ years of experience designing special hazards fire suppression systems
- Strong understanding of NFPA 2001, NFPA 12, and related standards
- Experience with clean agent system design and calculations
- Proficiency with CAD or industry-specific design tools
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
- Strong communication and coordination skills
Nice To Haves
- Commissioning and testing of clean agent systems
- Room integrity testing coordination
- Detection and releasing system integration
- Manufacturer certifications (Kidde, Ansul, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Develop engineered designs for special hazards fire suppression systems, including clean agent (FM-200, Novec 1230), inert gas, and CO₂ systems.
- Perform field assessments to evaluate hazard classifications, protected assets, and environmental conditions.
- Produce detailed system layouts, flow calculations, piping schematics, and equipment specifications using CAD or specialized design software.
- Prepare submittal packages for AHJ review and approval.
- Interpret and apply applicable codes including NFPA 2001, NFPA 12, NFPA 17, and NFPA 17A.
- Complete agent quantity calculations and verify system performance requirements.
- Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and project teams to integrate suppression systems with detection and release systems.
- Assist with material takeoffs, cost estimates, and procurement documentation.
- Review design packages for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- Aflac
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- company paid short-term disability
- life insurance
- company paid training
- 401(k) program with company matching
- tuition reimbursement
- paid holidays
- generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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