Fire Sprinkler Designer

Fire Sprinkler Designer

International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based values driven fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy on our purpose of building meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering the highest quality life safety solutions with commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

This individual will design, coordinate, and possibly project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. 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. Will have close coordination with the project manager, project superintendent, and sales representative will be required throughout the duration of the project.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with subcontractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's fire sprinkler system.
• Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities.
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, Auto Sprink, BIM, Bluebeam or HydraCAD type programs.
• Create a stock list for all material required throughout the project.
• Perform hydraulic calculations.
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work.
• Maintain design historical records for future use.
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure the company is meeting customers' expectations.
• Coordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job information.
• Perform Project Manager functions as required.
• Manage project & drawing archives.
• Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other IFP management personnel.

Education and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Applicable degree from a technical school or college preferred.
• Two years or more experience in commercial industrial, and residential design, required
• Detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings.
• NICET certification is a plus.

Job qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, Auto Sprink, BIM, Bluebeam or HydraCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software, preferred.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines.
• Experience in commercial industrial, and residential fire sprinkler system design.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others.
• Willing to pass a drug screen test, background, and reference check.

Compensation & benefits:

This role will be based out of our Marion, South Carolina branch. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous paid time off
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and training

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

IFP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, disability, protected veteran status, age, sex, race, color, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

IFP complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities.

If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact TAsupport.