Fire Sprinkler Designer

Overview

Design fire sprinkler systems, perform calculations, coordinate BIM, and manage documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• hydraulic calculations
• submittal review
• fire protection
• design review
• fabrication review
• site surveys

Tasks

-Performs hydraulic calculations as required -Reviews submittals for size, quantity and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors -Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds. Identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues -Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review -Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made as a result of coordination -Coordinates with the Design Manager on drawing schedules in conjunction with operations for permit and fabrication schedule -Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication -Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed. Performs site surveys as required -Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent -Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required

Requirements

• 5+ years
• nicet level3
• autocad
• navisworks
• sprinkler design
• nfpa

What You Bring

-Minimum 5 years fire protection design experience in fire protection systems -Competent math ability -Detail oriented -Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications -Texas NICET Level 3 a plus -Strong organizational skills -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Good basic computer skills -AutoCAD experience and third party software training -Technical understanding of Fire Sprinkler Design including Wet, Dry, Preaction, and Deluge type systems -BIM (Navisworks) experience required -Ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of various backgrounds -Is able to work independently with minimal supervision from the Firetrol Protection Systems Design Manager -Must be familiar with NFPA 13, 14, 20, 22 and FM Global Standards

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About Firetrol Protection Systems

-Leveraging over a century of fire protection expertise, it has grown from a regional installer into a subsidiary of Minimax-Viking. -Specializing in fire protection solutions such as custom sprinkler systems, clean-agent suppression, and integrated security, tailored to unique facility needs. -Tackling projects across various sectors including industrial plants, data centers, hospitals, schools, government, and commercial real estate, integrating suppression, detection, pumps, and alarms. -Distributes and integrates diverse third-party technologies to avoid vendor lock-in, ensuring best-fit equipment for each project. -A standout initiative includes the adoption of advanced water-mist turbine systems, such as MXOne, demonstrating commitment to next-gen fire-suppression innovation. -Operational strengths include 24/7 emergency response, pre-approved GSA/TXMAS partnerships, and full lifecycle services from engineering and fabrication to ongoing inspection.

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