Sprinkler Design Manager

Job Summary: The Sprinkler Design Manager will oversee the sprinkler designers and plan the design workload with the Sales Team and the Project Management Team to make sure that the design department is on time with preparing field install drawings and fabrication lists. This person will also need to assist the design team with answering questions they may have regarding codes and design strategies. This person will also help the design effort by preparing fire sprinkler drawings and calculations, producing accurate and effective construction plans for approval.  Upon completion of drawings and receipt of all required approvals, prepare an accurate stock listing of all materials required for the project and requisition same.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.  All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

• Lead the design team
• Manage schedules and assign projects for the design team
• Coordinate with the Sales & Management team as to when design needs to be completed
• Assist with the design and layout of sprinkler systems as needed when needed

Job Requirements:

• College graduate with degree in Fire Protection Design or 7 years of design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD, design of sprinkler systems 
• Have working knowledge of hydraulic piping calculations
• Working with HydraCAD and/or Autosprink is a Plus
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude
• Excellent organizational skills
• Self-starter and be able to operate in a team environment
• Full knowledge of NFPA codes
• NICET certification – Level 2 minimum in sprinkler design, Level 3 or 4 preferred

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
• Work offsite at customer facilities – may be clean/unclean conditions, hot/cold conditions
• Field sites where safety equipment may need to be worn
• Work may include some significant amounts of standing and walking

-Direct Applicants Only - No Third-Party Recruiters-

Fire Fighter Sales and Service Co. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran, or military status.