Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer

Viking Automatic Sprinkler Company • Lexington, Kentucky, United States • $28 - $48 / hour • 1w ago

Are you someone who enjoys learning and thrives on attention to detail? Are you looking for a rewarding job that takes a project from concept to reality? Landmark Sprinkler (Viking Fire Protection Group) would love for you to join our team as a Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer. In this position, you will work with our team of salespeople, project managers, and field crews to lay out and design fully functional fire sprinkler systems. Landmark Sprinkler is looking for a driven individual who enjoys the fast pace of construction and thrives on details.

For 100 years, Viking Fire Protection Group has forged an unparalleled reputation for excellence in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of fire protection systems. VFPG’s project experience is national, our specialized capabilities are virtually unlimited, and we pride ourselves on developing our people.

Job Summary:

A Fire Sprinkler Designer Engineer will work in a team environment to design water-based fire protection systems. Work will include all aspects of system design, including CAD layout, code interpretation, design submittal, coordination, and material procurement. This individual will also support the project through installation and turnover to the owner. VFPG places a strong emphasis on individual training and development, with excellent opportunities for advancement for those driven to excel.

Responsibilities:

Work with the design team to complete the layout and design of complete sprinkler systems, including hydraulic calculations
Ensure the design meets NFPA and local code requirements
Provide detailed drawings to field crews to ensure seamless installation
Perform drafting/layout of fire protection systems, interpret codes, coordinate with architects, engineers, building trades, and officials, handle material procurement, and collaborate with field personnel

Requirements:

CAD experience required
Experience with HydraCAD, AutoSprink, or similar software preferred
Experience using Bluebeam or Adobe Pro to mark up and package PDFs preferred
Self-motivated, driven, and detail-oriented; able to multitask on ongoing projects and demonstrate a strong sense of teamwork
Experience with fire protection systems, building codes and standards, and general construction preferred
Experience with MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Word required
High school diploma/GED required
Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree with an engineering emphasis preferred

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-term disability, 401k with match, EPSP

Pay Range:

$24/hr - $32/hr depending on experience and relatable skills

EEO statement/Affirmative Action:

Viking Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, disability, protected veteran status, age, sex, race, color, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law
Viking Fire Protection Group complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Dan Broich.