Fire Sprinkler Designer - Senior Level
Tri-Cities Area Washington
The Tri-Cities satellite office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging and growth-oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for a motivated team player with a strong technical aptitude who is looking to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our business in this market. If this sounds like you please read on and become a part of what we are building in the Tri-Cities.
Job Description
Use CAD equipment to prepare moderate to complex layouts of fire sprinkler standpipe and fire pump systems. Prepare detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams. Details to include all views and dimensions necessary for efficient field installation. Prepare submittals and obtain permits. Make decisions of high complexity, review questions from entry to mid-level designers, and refer questions and problems to lead designers and management. Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of design drafting techniques, experience with fire sprinkler terminology, strong mechanical aptitude, and ability to complete mathematical calculations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design Responsibilities:
• Develop shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and stock lists with a focus on applicable NFPA, local, state, code compliance, project specifications, contract documents, and efficient and cost-effective field installation. • Complete accurate field surveys when needed. • Coordinate shop drawings with the MEP team and General Contractor utilizing NavisWorks. • Develop submittal packages for AHJ, Contractors, etc. Obtain all required approvals.
Project Management Responsibilities:
• Purchase material, generate RFIs, prepare and maintain material submittals. • Assist with change order pricing, negotiation, and review. • Communicate with field personnel, AHJs, customers, sales reps, and field superintendents. • Retain full project responsibility for approvals, material procurement, coordination, schedule, and design budgets. • Attend all project-related meetings.
Key Skills and Capabilities
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc. • Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude. • Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel, AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g., AutoSprink, HydraCAD, etc.). • Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stock listing, project design, and project management. • Ability to review and approve work product of other design team members. • Practical experience designing Wet Dry Deluge and Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems for installation. • Design experience with fire pumps and standpipes is required. • Special Hazards design experience (e.g., fixed water spray, clean agent foam, etc.) is a plus. • Strong familiarity with general construction practices and terms. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Comfortable negotiating with customers, vendors, etc. • Organized, detail-oriented, self-starter, able to operate in a team environment. • Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25, and associated Codes.
Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education preferred. • 7 years, 10 years preferred, years of experience in Fire Protection Design. • Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, Auto-Cad, HydraCad, and AutoSprink is a plus. • NICET III, Experience with Factory Mutual is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time Job Location: Tri-Cities Area, WA Supervisory Responsibilities: This role has informal supervisory responsibility. Ability to lead entry to mid-level designers on larger projects and review and approve their work product.
Preferred License or Certification: NICET III, Min NICET IV or Fire Protection PEEducation: Associate or Bachelor preferred
Cosco provides excellent wages and company benefits to qualified applicants. For immediate consideration, please complete the application process by clicking on the apply now button.
Cosco Fire Protection Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, marital status, domestic-partner status, religious creed, medical, physical, mental condition, sexual orientation, Veteran status, or age. NOTE: A drug screen and criminal background check may be required for Cosco applicants.