Mechanical Designer

Overview

Design fire suppression systems, create shop drawings, and support field installations.

Key Responsibilities

• fire design
• field support
• submittals
• design coordination
• shop drawings
• material list

Tasks

-Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. -Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems -Assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite -Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction -Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors -Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support) -Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. -Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement -Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files.

Requirements

• associate degree
• mechanical design
• revit
• autocad
• bim
• communication

What You Bring

-Associates degree in design, Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field and 2 years of experience in mechanical design. If no Associates degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction or manufacturing. -Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail -Work productively and meet deadlines timely -Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. -Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction. -Regular, reliable attendance -High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills -Design Experience using any of the following: BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, HydroCAD, SprinkCAD, Microstation or similar software packages.

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About Continental Fire Sprinkler Company

-Grew from a single designer and a few fitters to a leading fire sprinkler contractor. -Handles projects ranging from massive distribution centers to high-rise buildings. -Provides end-to-end services including estimation, design-build, engineering, and inspections. -Inspection and maintenance services comply with NFPA standards on varied schedules. -Typical clients include multi-state retailers, universities, residential lofts, and industrial facilities. -Union-trained field crews and NICET-certified designers use advanced tools and maintain high standards.

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