What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Protection Designer - Building Engineering Market position at Gresham Smith?
Our Building Engineering group’s broad range of services is the solid foundation that helps buildings operate at their maximum efficiency. From mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structural engineering to post-construction inspection and commissioning, we bring more than 30 years of experience spanning all major industries to help our clients make sustainable and sound investments. We invite you to join us as we continue to elevate the built environment.
We are looking for a Fire Protection Designer to join our Building Engineering team!
Responsibilities:
- Design and plan fire sprinkler systems using AutoSprink software.
- Evaluate building plans and architectural drawings to determine the optimal layout of sprinkler systems.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors during the design and installation stages.
- Choose appropriate sprinkler heads and other equipment based on the specific building's needs.
- Ensure designs meet fire safety codes, standards, and regulations.
- Produce design specifications.
- Participate in trainings to stay updated on new regulations and industry advancements.
- Participate in the commissioning of fire protection systems including the development of commissioning plan elements (pre-functional checklists & functional performance tests) and conduct site visits to check installations and direct functional performance testing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; NICET Level II certification preferred in lieu of degree.
- 5 years working as a fire protection designer or engineer.
- AutoCAD/Revit experience or AutoSprink is preferred.
- Knowledge of IBC, NFPA, and FM standards is required.
- Skilled with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
- Experience using Bluebeam or Adobe Pro to edit, markup, and package PDFs.
- Strong understanding of fire safety measures, engineering principles, and the ability to use design software.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, as the designer will have to work with various stakeholders and resolve any potential design or installation issues.
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