Fire Sprinkler Designer

Overview

Locations:
Baton Rouge, LA;
Gulfport, MS;
New Orleans, LA. This role supports our St. Rose, LA branch location, serving customers throughout the greater New Orleans area. This role can be within 150 miles of this location.

At Siemens, we enable sustainable progress through technology by empowering customers and improving how we live, work, and move today and in the future. We value our people and strive to support growth and development within a global, diverse team.

Our Smart Buildings help create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim is to create places that improve people’s lives.

Fire Sprinkler Designers create design solutions to meet customer requirements for commercial building sprinkler systems in new and existing facilities. They also make recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability.

• Design and layout fire sprinkler systems using AutoCAD/Revit and hydraulic calculation software per codes and standards.
• Prepare detailed shop drawings and submit plans for AHJ approval.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 12, 13R, 13D, and local building codes.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and verify water supply adequacy.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other trades during design.
• Review and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Submit documentation to the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s office.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• 5+ years of experience designing/layout of water-based systems
• NICET Level III certificate in water-based system layouts
• Proficient knowledge of current codes including NFPA, IBC, UFC, and related fire protection engineering practices
• Ability to design large and complex projects using standard tools and practices
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and business operations
• Proficient in design/drafting software such as HydraCAD and Revit
• Eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual basis
• Must be 18+ years old with a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of experience in designing water-based system layouts
• NICET Level IV certificate or Professional Engineering License
• Experience in designing special hazard suppression or fire alarm systems

Join us today.

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. We create technology that adds real value for customers—from efficient factories and resilient supply chains to smarter buildings and grids and sustainable transportation and healthcare.

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring we attract talent based on qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or protected veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

Pay Range
The pay range for this position is $74,970 - $128,520 annually. The actual wage offered may vary based on budget, candidate experience, and location.