
Fire Protection Designer
- Fredericksburg, VA
- Contract
- Full-time
- Medical Insurance Plans
- Dental Insurance Plan
- Vision Insurance Plan
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
- Health Savings Plan
- Designs layout of various types of fire protection systems including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, and deluge fire suppression systems supported by domestic infrastructure, fire pumps, and storage tanks on a wide variety of projects types
- Interprets architectural drawings and specifications to develop complete fire protection submittal packages in accordance with the contract documents, building codes, and NFPA Standards
- Participates in BIM 3D Modeling coordination
- Performs hydraulic calculations
- Conducts field survey prior to fabrication
- Compiles stock lists, and prepares field installation drawings
- Prepares closeout documents
- Performs facility commissioning of fire protection systems and/or investigate system failures
- Assists field personnel in resolving design related installation issues
- Applies sound fire protection engineering principles to troubleshoot and solve client related issues
- Performs other duties as assigned
- 2 - 3 years related design experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferably in a construction environment)
- Must be able to complete design projects start to finish, while working independently
- Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and research skills, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software and HydraCAD sprinkler design software
- Experience with at least one 3D CADD program and BIM
- Proven examples of large contract work awarded during career
- Must have advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Must be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history)
- Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
- Must be available to work assigned schedules
- Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
- Position will require occasional visits to construction sites
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines
- May require infrequent travel (typically not overnight)
- Field installation experience
- NICET Level III or higher preferred
- Knowledge of special suppression systems such as foam, water spray, water mist, clean agent, wet/dry chemical, and carbon dioxide a plus
- Revit experience
- Prior military experience
- HS diploma or GED equivalent