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Fire Protection Senior Designer

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026
We are a nationally recognized fire protection company that engineers, fabricates, and installs fire sprinkler systems and alarms for structures including commercial buildings, government buildings, healthcare facilities, high-rise condominiums, and mixed-use projects.

Job Summary

Northstar is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer who will design Fire Protection Systems for all types of projects. You will design layouts using AutoCAD/HydraCAD and create hydraulic calculations and pipe lists for pre-fabrication.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for designing and the layout of Fire Sprinkler systems
  • Read, analyze and interpret contract documents, including all disciplines of construction drawings and specifications
  • Write, plan, coordinate, and make presentations to individuals and groups
  • Work with and comprehend mathematical concepts including hydraulic calculations and project cost analysis
  • Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction
  • Provide fire sprinkler designs with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK
  • Responsible for BIM modeling and field surveying
  • Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience. Examples include: Architectural, Civil
  • Fire Protection design experience preferred
  • NICET certification preferred
  • AutoCad experience and/or Hydratec Experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
  • Excellent communicator, self-motivated individual with great organizational skills
  • Only applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be considered
  • Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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