Fire Sprinkler Designer

Overview

Design fire sprinkler systems, perform calculations, and manage submittals.

Key Responsibilities

• sprinkler design
• hydraulic calculations
• fabrication lists
• submittals
• field surveys
• installation support

Tasks

-Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing. -Prepare submittal packages to send to (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval. -Participate in coordination meetings with contractor. -Participate in design kick off meetings. -With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for job. -Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes. -Perform hydraulic calculations for each design. -Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner. -With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure. -Assist field personnel with design related installation issues. -Design automatic sprinkler systems including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems using working knowledge of fire sprinkler codes.

Requirements

• nicet ii/iii
• hydracad
• sprinkcad
• driver's license
• hs diploma
• sprinkler design

What You Bring

-Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required. -NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming individual pursues NICET education. -Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. -Familiarity with HydraCad, SprinkCAD and/or other CAD software, preferred. -1-2 years’ experience as sprinkler designer, required. -HS Diploma or equivalent required. -Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers. -Understand and follow SFP’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. -Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required. -Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project. -Must be able to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

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Benefits

-Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity -Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Dental Insurance -Employee Assistance Program -Flexible Spending Accounts -Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Employee Referral Program -Paid Vacation and Holidays -Medical Insurance -Vision Insurance -Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents -401(k) Plan with Company Match

About Summit Fire Protection

-Specializes in fire protection systems for a range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, and residential. -Offers a full range of services including design, installation, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems. -Known for tackling large-scale projects like complex industrial facilities, high-rise buildings, and critical infrastructure. -Expertise spans across sprinkler systems, fire alarms, fire suppression, and life safety services. -Pioneers in using advanced technologies for fire protection, delivering reliable, cutting-edge solutions. -Operates nationally, with a reputation for providing exceptional customer service and high-quality solutions. -Has worked on high-profile projects in the healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors, among others.

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Security Clearance

-must comply with sfp’s drug and alcohol policy and undergo background screening, possibly with customer-specific requirements.