POSITION SUMMARY
The Fire Sprinkler Designer is responsible for performing design calculations, sketches, technical comparisons and similar technical work as required by assignment. The Fire Sprinkler Designer takes project-level responsibility for developing fire suppression systems (Wet, Dry, Preaction, Fire Pumps, etc.). In addition, the Fire Sprinkler Designer has responsibility for project review and reporting. Working with some supervision, the Fire Sprinkler Designer is accountable for assisting in engineering deliverables working with fellow staff as well as engineering peers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Function Statements:
- Intermediate knowledge of discipline/department for low-level complexity projects.
- Intermediate knowledge and understanding of NFPA, FM Global, Building and Fire Code Standards.
- Executes directions as provided by engineers and management but is comfortable in making engineering decisions on a discipline specific level. Has the ability to identify appropriate solutions based upon several different data.
- Performs coordination at an Intermediate level by reviewing drawings supplied by vendors, other team engineers and architects while implementing design modifications as necessary.
- Gathers appropriate resources in order to solve problems.
- Assists engineers and management by providing input on discipline specific resource staffing allocations to meet business needs.
- Believes in and champions the firms' core values and inspires others to do the same.
- Identifies and applies creative thinking and innovation that adds value at the discipline level.
- Drives clients to make informed decisions on a discipline basis.
- Effectively writes and verbally communicates concepts and ideas, both internally and externally.
- Moderate experience with monitoring and successfully managing project costs versus budget for discipline while understanding the firm's financial system.
- Demonstrates the ability to react to client (internal/external) needs and expectations, while developing skills in proactive communication.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements:
- Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
- Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
- Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
- Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
- Related Associates Degree or higher in Fire Protection Technology, Drafting, Engineering or Architectural.
Experience:
- 3 to 8 years' experience in Fire Sprinkler Design (Preferred- Not Required)
Or,
- Greater years of experience can waive educational requirements. Determined on a case-by-case basis.
Computer Skills:
- Experience with AutoCAD and Revit documentation and management as it applies to Fire Sprinkler Design.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, One Note, etc.)
Certifications & Licenses:
- NICET Level I or II in Water-Based Systems Layout. (Preferred- Not Required)
Or,
- Professional registration in Fire Protection Engineering (PE). (Not Required)
Other Requirements:
- Must possess a valid driver's license.