Fire Protection Designer

Apply to this post or send resume to View email address on click.appcast.io Fire Protection Designer Location: Chicago, IL (In-Office) Salary: $85,000 – $125,000 (DOE) Benefits: Comprehensive & Competitive Benefits Package About the Role We are seeking an experienced Fire Protection Designer to join our growing team in Chicago. This is an in-office position ideal for a motivated professional with strong technical skills and a background designing fire protection and sprinkler systems for commercial and industrial projects. This role offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Design fire protection and automatic sprinkler systems for commercial and industrial facilities Prepare detailed shop drawings and layouts using AutoCAD Perform hydraulic calculations and system sizing Coordinate designs with project managers, engineers, contractors, and AHJs Ensure compliance with NFPA codes and local regulations Conduct site visits and field coordination as needed Revise drawings based on feedback and project requirements Qualifications Minimum 2+ years of experience designing fire protection/sprinkler systems Proficiency in AutoCAD (required) Experience with AutoSPRINK (preferred) Strong understanding of NFPA codes and industry standards Experience working on commercial and/or industrial projects Strong communication and coordination skills Detail-oriented with strong problem‑solving ability Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $85,000 – $125,000, depending on experience Strong, comprehensive benefits package Paid time off and holidays Professional development opportunities Stable and growing organization #J-18808-Ljbffr