Fire Sprinkler Designer

Path to Design Manager – Fire Sprinkler

Location:

Kent, WA

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM Employment:
Full-Time | In-Person Salary: $90,000-$110,000 Opportunity Overview An established fire protection and life safety contractor in the Kent, WA area is seeking experienced Fire Sprinkler Designers to join its growing team, with an exciting opportunity for the right individual to advance into a Design Manager leadership role. The company currently has two positions available, offering opportunities for professionals at different stages of their careers.

Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer | Path to Design Manager This opportunity is ideal for an experienced designer who is ready to take the next step in their career. The company is looking for someone with strong technical design capabilities who has an interest in eventually leading a design department, mentoring junior designers, overseeing project workloads, and helping establish design standards and best practices.

This is an opportunity to grow into leadership while remaining actively involved in technical design and project execution. Mid-Level Fire Sprinkler Designer For candidates who enjoy the technical side of fire protection and aren’t necessarily interested in management, the company is also hiring a mid-level designer.

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, strengthen technical skills, and continue developing professionally without the expectation of moving into a leadership position.

Key Responsibilities Design fire sprinkler systems using AutoSPRINK and AutoCAD. Develop accurate, constructible, and code-compliant sprinkler layouts for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Prepare permit drawings, hydraulic calculations, seismic calculations, and material submittals. Review architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings to ensure proper coordination. Perform site surveys and field verification to support accurate system designs. Coordinate with project managers, estimators, field teams, customers, vendors, and other trades.

Utilize BIM and drawing overlays to identify and resolve potential conflicts before installation. Respond to AHJ comments and permitting requirements. Generate fabrication drawings, material lists, and installation documentation. Monitor design schedules, project requirements, and changes that could affect construction costs or timelines. Provide technical support throughout installation and project closeout. Additional Leadership Opportunities For individuals interested in the Design Manager track:
Help oversee design quality, project assignments, and departmental workflow. Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers. Establish and improve design standards, processes, and best practices. Coordinate design resources and priorities across multiple active projects. Collaborate with leadership to improve departmental efficiency and project delivery. Progress toward managing and developing the company’s fire sprinkler design team. Qualifications 5+ years of fire sprinkler design experience, with more extensive experience preferred for the management track.

Proficiency with AutoSPRINK and AutoCAD required. Strong working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13R, and 13D. Experience designing commercial, residential, and/or industrial fire sprinkler systems. Ability to independently manage multiple design projects.

Experience with hydraulic calculations, seismic calculations, permitting, and fabrication documentation. Strong understanding of construction drawings and coordination with other building trades. NICET Level II Water-Based Systems Layout certification preferred. BIM/3D coordination experience is a plus. Strong communication, organizational, and…