System Design Engineer

System Designer (Fire Suppression) Fire Solutions, Inc. (FSI) Full Time St. Louis, MO The Role As a Fire Suppression System Designer you will design fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems. Close coordination with the project team will be required throughout the life of the project. Responsibilities Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities Perform job site surveys Evaluate project specification and coordinate system designs with architects and contractors Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, or HydraCAD type programs Create stock list for all material required throughout the project working closely with suppliers and fabricators Perform hydraulic calculations Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines Assist/lead field crews with design related items during installation phase of the project Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required Qualifications Construction Management degree, mechanical engineering degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college NICET certification required. Either “In Training”, or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified. Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software Three years of experience in commercial, industrial, and residential fire sprinkler design is required Detail-oriented and skilled in free-hand and mechanical lettering and drawings Willing to coordinate and work well with others Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check Career Growth Opportunities for advancement and professional development A culture that supports learning and leadership Comprehensive Benefits 100% Employer-Paid Health Plans for employees Employer-Provided Dental and Vision Plans Employer-Sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance (up to $200,000) Employer-Provided Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Additional Benefits available for employees and their families Headquarters Perks In-office gym Personal training sessions Yoga classes Massage therapist Game room Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Fire Solutions, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Fire Solutions, Inc. is a background screening, drug-free workplace. Both of these requirements will be partial determination of final result in hiring. #J-18808-Ljbffr mechanicalsolutions