Fire Sprinkler Designer

DesignerProject EngineerHouston TXAmerican Fire Protection Group AFPG is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of Building Great Leaders" is at the forefront of everything we do.AFPG is powered by APi Group - a global market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits including highly competitive pay industry leading benefits and perks and extensive learning and development opportunities.We often hear companies claim they are a family" not just a company." We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.Benefits We OfferComprehensive Insurance coverage - Health Dental Vision and More401k Plan - Matching Employee Stock Purchase PlanProfit Sharing PlanSales Commission PlanFlex Spending FSA and HSAWellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramIndividual Development Plan IDP - Define your career goals and create a plan that make the goals attainableGrowth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainingsPaid Time Off PTOPaid HolidaysParental Leave Paid Pregnancy Medical LeaveTuition ReimbursementAnnual Discretionary BonusesEmployer Paid Life InsuranceDesigner Project EngineerDesigners are responsible for the accurate design and layout of fire protection systems.This includes limited project management tasks and coordination with other building construction trades. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project designing trade coordination creating the material stock listing analyzing changes and solving problems.This position has a salary range of 54-72k depending on experience.Job ResponsibilitiesReads interprets construction documents such as drawings specifications and other contract documentsCreate detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD AutoSprink or HydraCAD type programsPrepares fire protection shop drawings specifications equipment submittals and computer hydraulic calculations as needed for compliance with applicable fire protection codesPrepares equipment stock lists and fabrication lists for fabrication of fire protection piping and hangers and purchases material as necessarySurveys existing buildings for accurate economical installation of fire protection systemsCoordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job informationGenerates Request for Information Forms RFIs test certificates and Operation and Maintenance Manuals O&MsMaintain design and all functions historical records for future useAttends related training classes courses and seminars as requested by supervisorJob QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDThree years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industry is a mustThree years experience in commercial industrial and residential design is preferredNICET certification preferred but not required. Either In Training" or NICET Level I II III or IV certifiedDemonstrated ability with AutoCAD AutoSprink or other specialized fire sprinkler layout softwareProven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlinesThree years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industryCAD based degreeor other applicable degree from a technical school or college preferredMust be detail-oriented and skilled in freehand and mechanical lettering and drawingWilling to coordinate and work well with othersExcellent communication skills both written and verbalAbility to travel overnight as neededAble to pass a post-offer drug test background and reference checksPhysical Requirements & Work EnvironmentAbility to lift 50pounds.Please visit www.afpgusa.comcareers for more information or to see all job openings.American Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities women veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.All qualified applicants with American Fire Protection Group and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation and gender identity national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.