Fire Protection Designer Job at W3Global Inc. in Madison

Job Title: Fire Protection Designer

Job Summary:
The Fire Protection Designer is responsible for the complete design and management of fire protection projects, including design, submittal, surveying, and fabrication. Projects cover a range of fire protection systems, such as wet and dry sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, and fire pump room layouts.

Responsibilities:

• Review project specifications and create sprinkler system layouts.

• Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure the system meets design requirements.

• Create material submittal packets and organize submittals for state and municipal agencies.

• Conduct site surveys to minimize field conflicts.

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other trades.

• Conduct BIM coordination using Navisworks software.

• Prepare shop drawings and stock lists for purchasing and fabrication.

• Complete As-Built drawings for final installations.

• Provide technical assistance to customers and field personnel.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of sprinkler system design experience, with exposure to a variety of system types and project sizes.

• Proficient in AutoCAD and HydraCAD; experience with Revit is preferred.

• NICET Level 2 certification in water-based systems layout.

• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards and various sprinkler systems.

• Ability to complete designs within budgeted hours.

• Strong decision-making skills and judgment.

• Effective project management skills.