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Fire Sprinkler System Designer

@ Sciens Building Solutions
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Gainesville, Florida, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Read construction documents, Design fire sprinkler systems, Perform hydraulic calculations
Requirements Summary:Two to five years of fire protection system layout and calculation experience; NICET II; HydraCAD and 3D coordination; NFPA 13, 14, 20, 24 experience.
Technical Tools Mentioned:HydraCAD, BIM, 3D coordination software, NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, NFPA 24
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Job Description

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. 

  • Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills. 

  • Knowledge of fire industry. 

  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards. 

  • Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements. 

  • Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps. 

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

  • Two to five years of fire protection system layout and calculation experience. 

  • Experience with installation of underground piping. 

  • NICET level II in water-based systems layout. 

  • HydraCAD and 3D coordination experience. 

  • Experience with fire sprinkler industry design software. 

  • Ability to read fire system design drawings 

  • Proficient in NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 24 code requirements. 

  • Ability to read fire system design drawings. 

 
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.