Fire Sprinkler Designer

Fire Sprinkler Designer/Project Manager – Entry/Mid-Level

Tukwila, Washington

The Tukwila Branch office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging and growth oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for a motivated team player with a strong technical aptitude who is looking to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our business in this market. If this sounds like you, please read on and come be a part of what we are building in Tukwila!

Job Description:
Use CAD equipment to prepare routine layouts of fire sprinkler systems, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams. Details to include all views and dimensions necessary for efficient field installation. Prepare submittals, obtain permits, and meet project schedules. Make decisions of average complexity and refer questions/problems to senior level designers and/or management. Demonstrate a solid understanding of design/drafting techniques, familiarity with fire sprinkler terminology, mechanical aptitude, and ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Design Responsibilities:

• Develop shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and stock lists with a focus on applicable NFPA/local/state code compliance, project specifications/contract documents, and efficient and cost effective field installation.
• Complete accurate field surveys when needed.
• Coordinate shop drawings with the MEP team and General Contractor utilizing NavisWorks.
• Develop submittal packages for AHJ, Contractors, etc. Obtain all required approvals.

Project Management Responsibilities:

• Purchase material, review draft change orders, generate RFIs, prepare and maintain project schedules.
• Communicate with field personnel, AHJ’s, customers, sales reps, and field superintendents.
• Retain full project responsibility for approvals, material procurement, coordination, and schedule.
• Attend all project related meetings.
• Perform other job duties as assigned/required.

Key Skills and Capabilities:

• Ability to read and intrepret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude .
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSprings, HydraCAD etc.).
• Working knowlegde of hydraulic calculations, stocklisting, project design, and project management.
• Practical experience designing Wet, Dry, and Pre Action Sprinkler Systems for installation.
• Familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail oriented, self starter able to operate in a team enviroment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, and associated Codes/Standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 - 4 years experience in Fire Protection Design.
• Must have experience working with AutoCad & Fire Sprinkler Design Software
• Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
• NICET II (or ability to attain within 6 months).

Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: Tukwila, WA
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Preferred license or certification: NICET II
Education: Associate’s Degree (Preferred) or equivalent experience.
Cosco provides excellent wages and company benefits to qualified applicants. For immediate consideration please complete the application process by clicking on the “apply now” button.