SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER – FIRE SPRINKLER (On-site | Charleston, SC)

Looking for a role where your designs make a real impact? Join us in creating fire protection systems that safeguard lives and property. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and professional development.

Overview:

Fire System Design Works LLC, a sister company to Sentinel Safety & Security, LLC , is rapidly growing and looking to expand its team to include an additional Senior Design Engineer in Charleston, SC. We are a leading provider of fire protection systems, with a rich history spanning over 30 years in the industry. For the past six years, Sentinel's companies have ranked among the top five fire protection and sprinkler companies in Engineering News-Record (ENR).

The Senior Design Engineer is responsible for creating fire protection systems, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the process, and collaborating with project management and the sales team.

What you receive:

An exciting opportunity where innovation meets impact!
Competitive salary.
Full benefit package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance products as well as a 401k plan with match, PTO and holiday pay.

Senior Design Engineer Responsibilities:

Design commercial fire sprinkler systems for diverse industries
Perform hydraulic calculations for assigned projects
Partner with sales, purchasing, fabrication, installation, and service teams to deliver compliant, high-quality designs on schedule
Coordinate independently with engineers, contractors, and AHJs
Ensure designs comply with state and local water-based fire sprinkler standards
Conduct site reviews and building surveys as needed
Submit plans to general contractors and owners in accordance with project specifications
Finalize fabrication methods with key stakeholders
Prepare final shop drawings with all required details
Generate material lists for completed designs
Assemble the foreman’s package with all required forms and paperwork
Complete all required closeout documentation

Senior Design Engineer Qualifications:

Required:

5+ years of current fire sprinkler design experience
Comprehensive knowledge of NFPA standards
Understand code compliance and local AHJ requirements for standard systems
Able to complete BIM coordination
Proficient in mathematical concepts such as geometry, fractions, and measurement
Aptitude to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, codes, standards, specifications, safety rules, and operating and maintenance instructions
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective communication skills, both in person and electronically
Proven ability to manage time effectively and maintain strong organization
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

Design experience in AutoSPRINK or HydraCAD
NICET certification preferred

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for precision, please apply here. We look forward to meeting you!

Our mission statement reflects our purpose: “Your life safety is our life’s work”

Fire System Design Works LLC and Sentinel Safety & Security LLC are an Equal Opportunity Employers

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) 4% Match
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have in commercial construction?
Do you have experience with designing fire sprinkler systems in commercial buildings?
Can you work 100% onsite in Charleston, SC?
Do you have experience designing in AutoSPRINK or HydraCAD?

Work Location: In person

Fire System Design Works, LLC

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