Sprinkler Designer

Job Title: Sprinkler Designer

Job Description

The Sprinkler Designer will design and coordinate fire sprinkler systems for tenant fit-outs, offices, and similar commercial projects using AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks. This role requires 3-9 years of relevant experience and involves producing code-compliant shop drawings, collaborating closely with project stakeholders, and supporting the successful delivery of fire protection projects from design through coordination.

Responsibilities

• Design and lay out fire sprinkler systems for tenant fit-outs, office spaces, and other commercial projects.
• Develop detailed shop drawings and plans in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks that meet applicable codes, standards, and manufacturer requirements.
• Read, interpret, and work from architectural, structural, and mechanical blueprints and construction documents.
• Coordinate sprinkler system designs with other building systems to avoid conflicts and ensure constructability.
• Collaborate and communicate with local officials, engineers, architects, and customers throughout the design and coordination process.
• Incorporate feedback from project stakeholders and make necessary design revisions in a timely manner.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant fire protection codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Work closely with internal teams, including leadership, to align designs with company standards and project objectives.
• Support project execution by providing design-related clarification and updates as needed.

Essential Skills

• 3-9 years of experience in fire sprinkler design or a closely related discipline.
• Proficiency in Revit for fire protection and sprinkler system design.
• Proficiency in Navisworks for coordination and clash detection of sprinkler systems.
• Experience using AutoCAD for creating and modifying design drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and technical construction documents.
• Knowledge of applicable fire protection codes, standards, and manufacturer requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing shop drawings and plans.
• Effective communication skills for working with local officials, engineers, architects, and customers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• NICET certification in fire protection or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience with electrical aspects related to fire protection systems is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt to company-specific software and operational processes within approximately 1-6 months.
• Capacity to work collaboratively under the guidance of senior leadership while managing individual design tasks independently.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Work Environment

The Sprinkler Designer will work in a professional office environment within a large, established fire protection organization known for strong employee tenure and stability. The role involves daily use of AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks, along with other company-specific design tools. The position typically begins fully on-site to allow the designer to become familiar with the company's software, standards, and operational processes. After an acclimation period of approximately 1-6 months, the role may transition to a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days of remote work per week, depending on performance and business needs. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, and promotes a collaborative culture where designers work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality fire protection solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hanover, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Hanover,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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