Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer

NICET III Water-Based Systems Layout 

Full-Time, Full Benefits -Role is located in Elgin, IL

Fox Valley Fire & Safety Co. is a growing organization and is considered a leader in Fire & Life Safety across Chicagoland. We are adding an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to our team. This is an opportunity with excellent career growth potential and offers the ability to work on a variety of challenging and interesting projects. FVF&S Co. offers a competitive benefits package and is 100% employee owned.

Job Description:

• Designs layout of sprinkler systems using AutoCAD/HydraCAD/Revit programs
• Maintains current knowledge of NFPA 13 by attending seminars and conferences
• Document and communicate any fire protection issues with FVFS management and fire inspectors
• Reviews construction contract documents and collaborates with general contractors/owners to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
• Performs field surveys and identify code issues and solutions
• Attends coordination and job progress meetings
• Creates fabrication/stock listing for system components and purchase materials throughout project
• Monitors progress and financial metrics throughout project ensuring compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
• Prepares and distributes material equipment, hydraulic calculations and close out procedures/O&M manuals, as necessary, to AHJ’s/owners/architects/engineers/insurance companies
• Coordinates with Sprinkler department within office to ensure proper handoff of job information
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with customer to ensure FVFS meets customer expectations
• Maintains the ability to be self-motivated and prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines
• Identifies changes in project scope that impact cost, schedule and labor
• Creates and submits change orders in a timely manner
• Preserves communication and cooperation with Fox Valley Fire and Safety staff, trains junior staff as needed
• Follows Fox Valley Fire and Safety policies and procedures
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned