Fire Protection Designer

Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level)

$80,000 - $120,000 per year | Watertown, MA | On-Site | Permanent

We are a Mechanical Contractor specializing in Design/Build of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler Systems for Healthcare, Higher Education, and Life Science Institutions. We are construction service experts, committed to finding innovative solutions for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems with an unparalleled commitment to customer and employee success. For 80 years we have been connecting people to their buildings to enhance comfort and efficiency.

With two generations of technical expertise combined with our business partnerships and the latest in Software, MEP technology, and an 80,000 sq. ft. fabrication shop, we have earned the admiration of our industry, the respect of our partners and the loyalty of our clients. We believe that when our work is done, people are happy, safe, and comfortable in the spaces they live, work, and play.

• Competitive Base
• Time & Half Overtime
• Performance Bonus
• Complete Benefits Package
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Accelerated Career Growth

Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level) – Watertown, MA

We are seeking a Fire Protection Designer to design sprinkler system layouts for fire protection projects for our life science, healthcare, and higher education projects ranging from $50K to $20M.

• BS Degree Desired, Not required.
• 2-5+ years previous experience performing sprinkler design and calculations.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems.
• NICET certification a plus.
• AutoSPRINK experience Desired.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards.
• Previous installation experience a plus.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and efficient. Self‑motivated and flexible team player.
• Computer proficiency. Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment to providing premier customer service.

• Design layouts of fire sprinkler systems, including coordination with other MEP trades.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and stock listing.
• Attend virtual and project coordination meetings.
• Perform field surveys and hydrant flow tests.
• Provide occasional support to estimating department to prepare / review bid drawings.

• $120–130 Annual Base Comp (Before OT) $57.69 to $62.50 Per Hour
• Base Pay + Bonus Program up to 12% of base comp. (8% based on Company Performance Paid out (2%) per quarter, 4% based on personal performance paid once year.)

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.