Fire Sprinkler Designer

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The Fire Sprinkler Designer will design and prepare layout drawings for fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial and/or residential settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of fire protection codes, hydraulic calculations, and CAD software. The Designer will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and other partners to ensure all systems meet safety standards and client requirements.

• Apply fire protection codes and standards to the design of fire sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks.
• Read and interpret Architectural, Structural, and MEP blueprints/PDFs, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Perform preliminary and advanced work in development of working layouts and final master drawings.
• Confer with engineers/consultants or other personnel to layout a code‑compliant fire sprinkler system.
• Coordinate and monitor aspects of production, including fabrication, installation issues, and inspection comments.
• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and underground systems.
• Perform and analyze hydraulic calculations, plot plans, and stock‑list/fabricate material for the job site.
• Assist with the preparation of proposal documents, technical data such as test procedures, reports, maintenance manuals, etc.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes (NFPA, local/state fire codes, building codes).
• Provide information to supervisors and co‑workers by telephone, written, email, and/or in person.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to solve problems and choose cost‑effective and material‑efficient solutions.
• Walk sites for site surveys where there may be long periods of standing as well as climbing and descending of ladders/steps.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• 3+ years of experience in fire sprinkler design.
• High school diploma or equivalent;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, drafting or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in AutoCAD.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and computer‑aided design software – Autodesk AutoCAD;
  Autodesk Revit;
  Autodesk Navisworks;
  AutoSPRINK; BIM 360.
• Basic understanding of mathematics and physics relevant to design and hydraulics.
• NICET Level II or higher certification in Water‑Based Systems Layout preferred.

• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Walking and standing for long periods, climbing and descending ladders/steps during site surveys.
• Frequent standing, walking, use of hands, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional lifting of heavy objects.
• Physical abilities: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, speaking, visual acuity.

• $30.00 – $45.00 per hour DOE.

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and career development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full‑time employees

Pye‑Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.