THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL
Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler System Designer. This is a key position for our growing team that requires knowledge and attention to detail in all aspects of NFPA 13,14, 20 & 24. This position will work closely with our estimating, project management, field, and fabrication teams.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)
- Read and interpret construction documents and plans.
- Fire sprinkler design of automatic fire systems, including fire pumps, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain individual schedule and completion dates.
- Create detailed drawings through the use of HydraCAD software.
- Use BIM to design system onto engineered drawings.
- Conduct field surveys and assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.
- Perform hydraulic calculations and detail stock lists for fabrication.
- Ensure work complies with applicable codes and AHJ requirements.
- Pre-construction coordination with other trades.
- Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements.
WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU
- Two to five years of fire protection system layout and calculation experience.
- Ability to read fire system design drawings.
- Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.
- HydraCAD and 3D coordination experience.
- Experience with fire sprinkler industry design software.
- Experience with installation of underground piping.
- Ability to read fire system design drawings
- Proficient in NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 24 code requirements.
- NICET level II in water-based systems layout.
- Knowledge of Fire and Life Safety industry.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to work independently with some supervision.
- Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
- Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE
- Competitive salary based on qualifications.
- Paid time off plan and holidays.
- 401(k) matching.
- Short term and long-term disability.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
- Life insurance.
- Professional career development opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
$43-$55 per hour, final offer based on experience
