Fire Sprinkler Designer - NICET

Join NIFCO Mechanical, a well-established and industry-leading fire protection contracting company serving Nebraska and Iowa since 1975. As a Fire Sprinkler Designer, you will play a key role in protecting a wide range of facilities—from small retail spaces to large industrial power plants—by designing and managing fire sprinkler systems for diverse projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on unique and challenging assignments, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to the safety of communities. NIFCO Mechanical is committed to employee growth and offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout fire sprinkler systems for commercial and industrial projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, insurance requirements, and contracted scopes of work.
• Prepare permit drawings and perform hydraulic calculations using AutoSprink 3D (version 2016 or newer); experience with ACAD and BIM is a plus.
• Interpret and apply information from architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil drawings.
• Conduct field surveys, including taking measurements and verifying site conditions, which may require physical activity such as climbing ladders and stairs.
• Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including design, procurement, fabrication scheduling, coordination with other trades, and project oversight.
• Submit required materials (permits, drawings, insurance documentation) to appropriate authorities in a timely manner.
• Monitor and manage project timelines, labor, and material costs to ensure successful project delivery.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, management, field personnel, and other trades.
• Collect and manage contract paperwork, including Certificates of Insurance, Tax Exemption Certificates, and Contractor Registrations.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times, both in the office and on project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the fire sprinkler industry.
• NICET Level I certification required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent training in Design & Drafting Technology is a plus.
• Experience with project management and direct oversight of projects and personnel.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes (local code knowledge a plus), OSHA standards, and labor-to-cost ratios.
• Proficiency in AutoSprink 3D; experience with ACAD design software and BIM is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, and safety rules.
• Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate hydraulic flow rates and pressures.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks on job sites, including lifting up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally, and navigating ladders, stairs, and tight spaces.

Compensation

$59,000 - $75,000 annual salary , commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-paid health insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Additional company-paid benefits unique to NIFCO Mechanical
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth