Johnson Controls

Sprinkler Designer

Johnson Controls$76K — $114K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • 1-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience
  • Experience with AutoCAD and sprinkler design software such as HydraCAD
  • Ability to interpret NFPA standards for sprinkler systems
  • Preferred NICET Level III certification in Water-Based Systems Layout

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed CAD drawings for efficient sprinkler system placement
  • Interpret and apply NFPA standards in design and layout
  • Coordinate sprinkler design with building components and perform hydraulic calculations
  • Conduct field checks to verify design accuracy
  • Collaborate with contracting teams to manage design scheduling and material deliveries
  • Mentor junior designers in sprinkler design execution
  • Assist sales teams with design estimates

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
  • Engagement in a collaborative team environment
  • Potential for upward mobility within the company
Full Job Description

What you will do

The Fire Sprinkler Designer will be engaged in the preparation of detailed Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings to assure the efficient and effective placement of our products and systems.

How you will do it

  • Interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards to the design and/or layout of the sprinkler systems based on the building type, construction type, hazard classification and architectural features.

  • Design and layout sprinkler systems using specialized CAD software packages that are based on the AutoCAD platform; coordinate sprinkler system piping with other building components and perform hydraulic calculations.

  • Perform field check of completed design to verify accuracy.

  • Work closely with the district contracting teams to understand the contract with the customer, the scheduling of the design process, and the delivery needs of the installation crew; coordinate deliveries of system materials to the job site to meet the optimum installation start date.

  • Mentor others in the accurate execution of sprinkler design using acquired experience, proficiency and knowledge. 

  • Ability to assist sales in design estimates

What we look for

Required

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • At least 1-5 years of fire sprinkler design experience

  • Working experience of AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Sprinkler Design Software or equivalent sprinkler design software

Preferred

  • Ability to solve basic math problems including geometry and algebra

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, MSOffice, Sprinkler Design Software and a hydraulic calculation program

  • Interpret and apply applicable NFPA standards for Automatic Sprinkler System Layout

  • NICET Level III in Water-Based Systems Layout

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $36.58-$54.85 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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