Sprinkler Designer - Continental Fire Protection

Location:

Omaha, NE, US

We are adding Sprinkler Designers to our team to support project growth in our Fire Suppression market. We are looking for Designers with 2 or more years of experience in design, have experience or interest in construction, and want to grow their career by working on a variety of projects.

• Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
• Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
• Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction
• Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors
• Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement
• Assist with field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite
• Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files
• General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor

• Associate’s degree in design, engineering, fire protection engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or related field
• 2+ years experience in mechanical piping design, preferably in fire sprinklers/suppression
• If no Associate’s degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction
• Design experience using any of the following: BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, Hydro
  
  CAD, Sprink
  
  CAD, Microstation
• Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction
• High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Team player, but able to work independently; highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Passion for safety, and quality. Interest in learning new technologies and growing design skills
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail

Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid time off, and paid parental and maternity leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.