System Designer (Fire Suppression)
Fire Solutions, Inc. (FSI)
Full Time
St. Louis, MO
The Role:
As a Fire Suppression System Designer you will design fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems. Close coordination with the project team will be required throughout the life of the project.
Responsibilities:
- Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's sprinkler system
- Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
- Perform job site surveys
- Evaluate project specification and coordinate system designs with architects and contractors
- Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, or HydraCAD type programs
- Create stock list for all material required throughout the project working closely with suppliers and fabricators
- Perform hydraulic calculations
- Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers' expectations
- Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
- Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
- Assist/lead field crews with design related items during installation phase of the project
- Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
Qualifications:
- Construction Management degree, mechanical engineering degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
- NICET certification required. Either "In Training", or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified.
- Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
- Three years of experience in commercial, industrial, and residential fire sprinkler design is required
- Detail-oriented and skilled in free-hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
- Willing to coordinate and work well with others
- Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal
- Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
Career Growth
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- A culture that supports learning and leadership
Comprehensive Benefits
- 100% Employer-Paid Health Plans for employees
- Employer-Provided Dental and Vision Plans
- Employer-Sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance (up to $200,000)
- Employer-Provided Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Additional Benefits available for employees and their families
Headquarters Perks
- In-office gym
- Personal training sessions
- Yoga classes
- Massage therapist
- Game room
Company Culture
- Fun, energetic, and people-centered
- Strong focus on work-life balance and safety
- Team activities and employee engagement
- Support for both physical and mental wellness
Our Impact and Recognition
- One of the fastest-growing contractors in St. Louis
- One of the fastest-growing contractors in St. Louis
- Part of the largest MBE construction firm in the region
- Recognized for high-profile, complex, and award-winning projects
- Ranked among the top data center and healthcare construction firms
- Nationwide job opportunities with exciting, mission-critical projects
Join a team where safety, innovation, and people come first. Be part of our growth story and take your career to the next level. All applicants are confidential-no recruiter needed.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
