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Fire Protection Designer

$85k - $125k

ZARRELLCO

Job Description

Job Description

Apply to this post or send resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com 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

Vacancy posted 20 days ago
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