Fire Sprinkler Designer

The Hiller Companies

$77K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Fire Sprinkler Design degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in fire sprinkler design.
  • NICET Certification is preferred.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; HydraCAD knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of industry codes such as IFC, NFPA, IBC, and NEC.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed fire sprinkler system designs using CAD software, primarily AutoCAD.
  • Coordinate sprinkler system piping with building components and perform hydraulic calculations.
  • Read and interpret construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
  • Apply NFPA standards to design layouts based on building and hazard classifications.
  • Communicate effectively with AHJs, contractors, and other trades, ensuring clarity and collaboration.
  • Identify cost-saving measures and quality improvement opportunities during the design process.
  • Participate actively in predesign and review meetings while adhering to safety policies.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with opportunities for pay advancement through certifications.
  • Comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plans and both company-paid and voluntary life insurance options.
  • Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.
  • Career advancement prospects in a growing company with structured training and development.
Full Job Description
Fire Sprinkler Designer.

Job Summary: A Fire Sprinkler Designer is responsible for using computer-aided design (CAD) to create detailed drawings and layouts, calculate dimensions and material requirements. The designer's role is to assist in the creation of functional and well-designed products and structures by translating design concepts into accurate technical plans.

Pay Range: $77,000 - $115,000 Annually. The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position at the time of posting and is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual starting pay will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, internal equity, geographic location (where applicable), and market considerations. Not all candidates will be hired at the top of the posted range. The posted range reflects base salary only and does not include any applicable bonuses, commissions, overtime, or the value of employee benefits. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's benefit programs, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of each plan.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Create detailed designs of fire sprinkler systems using specialized computer-aided design (CAD) software packages that are based on the AutoCAD platform.
  • Coordinate sprinkler system piping with other building components.
  • Perform hydraulic calculations.
  • Read and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
  • Interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards to the design and/or layout of the sprinkler systems based on the building type, construction type, hazard classifications, and architectural features.
  • Communicate with AHJs, contractors, and other trades.
  • Coordinate with team members for listing of required materials.
  • Coordinate with team members for permitting and inspection requirements.
  • Actively participate in predesign and review meetings.
  • Identify opportunities for cost-saving measures and quality improvement.
  • Adhere to company safety policies and procedures to ensure all duties are performed in a safe and professional manner.
  • Provide outstanding customer service.
  • Other duties as assigned.


What We Are Looking For:
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • NICET Certification level preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in fire sprinkler design
  • Fire Sprinkler Design degree desired.
  • Proficient use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required, HydraCAD is preferred.
  • Visualizes 3D concepts and solves basic mathematic problems, including geometry and algebra.
  • Proficient in interpreting and applying applicable NFPA standards, and in reading and interpreting construction documents.
  • Must obtain and retain any licenses that are required by national, state/province, and local codes.
  • Experience with a variety of system types and manufacturers.
  • Strong knowledge of industry codes such as IFC, NFPA, IBC, and NEC.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, and mechanical drawings.
  • Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced service/construction team environment.
  • Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to travel as needed.


Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:
  • Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off
  • Company-provided training, tools and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs
  • Career advancement potential within a growing company.

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