Fire Suppression Design Engineer [1355]

About:

• Location: Harrison, OH

• Job Type: Full-time position

The Role:

We are looking for either one Senior Level or one Junior Level depending upon the experience. For this role, the applicant would be a fire protection designer to design special hazard fire suppression and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design life safety and asset protection systems using AutoCAD and proprietary software applications, adhering to local, national, and manufacturer requirements.

• Direct contractors in the proper installation and operation of systems.

• Survey job sites to ensure proper system design and installation.

• Read, review, and implement customer-supplied project specifications.

• Attend manufacturer training classes and other continued education training

• Create project-specific operation and maintenance manuals.

• Update existing drawings.

• Assist office staff with engineering-related tasks such as process improvement.

• Assist with system inspection and maintenance (if needed).

• Assist in system startups and commissioning (if needed).

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the Fire Protection Industry is required

• Previous experience as a Design Engineer

• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting.

• Knowledge and efficient use of 3D design software.

• Understanding of MS Office applications.

• Good organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate technical information.

• Desire to learn industry standards.

• Willingness to study for and obtain NICET certification.

Must-Have:

• Design for fire protection(special hazard fire suppression & fire alarm systems)

  • someone that is only doing sprinkler (water) design will not be a fit

• AutoCAD 2D & 3D

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree

• NICET Certification