Design Engineer - Fire Sprinkler
Ryan Fireprotection · Louisville, KY ·
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Design Engineer - Fire Sprinkler
We are hiring experienced fire sprinkler Design Engineers.
We are open to someone working out of any of our locations or fully remote.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design Engineer sprinkler systems to code for all types of new commercial construction projects
- Review construction documents and understand the scope of work.
- Prepare detailed working fire sprinkler system drawings in accordance with contract documents.
- Develop a working knowledge of the latest codes, standards, materials, and methods of design.
- Coordinate piping location with other trades, perform field surveys, and attend project meetings as required.
- Assist with preparing job status reports weekly and maintaining job files in accordance with company standards.
- Use standard symbols, location of notes, and details as required.
- Develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD and HydraCAD programs.
- Develop a thorough understanding of hydraulic calculations and stock listing procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
- Written Communication - edits work for spelling and grammar and can read and interpret written information
- Planning/Organizing - prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently
- Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality
- Adaptability - adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
- Dependability - consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance
- Safety - observes safety procedures and uses equipment and materials properly
Qualifications
- Minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience and/or training
- Strong math skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read blueprints
- High skill level in PC usage and associated software
- Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills
Ability to:
- Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Process work with accuracy and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Requirements:
- Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. The ability to drive to job sites / work locations may be a requirement of this position. A motor vehicle record (MVR) check will be conducted as part of the hiring process
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check