Fire Sprinkler Senior Designer

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company

Victory Fire Protection is Locally Owned Company that is based in Wheat Ridge Colorado. We have made a commitment to being a leader in the industry with forward-thinking innovation and providing the latest technologies to meet and exceed Colorado’s unique life safety needs. Despite our growth, Victory Fire Protection has remained true to our guiding principles: Listening to the Customer, Always Striving to Improve, Providing Exemplary Work in a Timely Manner, and Doing Things the Right Way.

We understand that if Victory Fire Protection wants to be considered the best in the industry, it requires a company to have a true interest in the growth and development of its employees. That is why Victory Fire Protection requires that each employee plays an active part in their growth and development through rigorous in-house training and ongoing education to ensure that when they step foot onto the jobsite, the customer has full confidence in Victory Fire Protection’s ability to take care of all of their Life Safety needs.

Fire Sprinkler Senior Designer Position Overview

Currently, we're seeking a Senior Designer who can lead our design efforts. The Fire Sprinkler Designer will design and prepare layout drawings for fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial and/or residential settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of fire protection codes, hydraulic calculations and CAD software. The Fire Sprinkler Designer will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and other partners to ensure all systems meet safety standards and client requirements. Key Responsibilities

· Apply fire protection codes and standards to the design of fire sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks.

· Ensure all designs adhere to and comply with applicable codes (NFPA, Local/State Fire Codes, and local building codes).

· Ability to Read and interpret Architectural, Structural, and MEP blueprints/PDF’s, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.

· Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to integrate fire protection systems into overall building designs.

· Conduct hydraulic calculations and system analyses to ensure effective fire protection solutions.

· Review and approve design drawings and specifications before submission to clients and regulatory authorities.

· Provide technical support and guidance to junior designers and project team members.

· Walk sites for site surveys where there may be long periods of standing as well as climbing and descending of ladders/steps

· Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in fire sprinkler design and safety.

· Prepare project documentation, including design reports, specifications, and compliance certifications.

Qualifications

· High School Diploma or GED

· Active NICET 3, 4 or a Fire Protection Engineering License

· 7+ years fire sprinkler design and engineering experience

· Proven leadership experience

· Proficient in NFPA code knowledge (13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes/Standards)

· Experience with design software such as HydraCAD, SprinkCAD, AutoSPRINK, and Revit

· Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

· Excellent Pay

· Heath, Dental, Vision plans

· Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, and Company Holidays

· 401K with match

· Training and Career Development

· Tuition/Certification Reimbursement

· Annual Discretionary Bonus

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $55.00 to $65.00 per hour, depending on experience.