Fire Sprinkler Designer
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Job Overview
Jensen Hughes is seeking experienced Sprinkler Design Consultants with a strong background in water-based fire suppression systems. This role will support a fast-paced project through consulting, design, review, and field oversight activities at a large semiconductor facility in North Phoenix. The position requires technical depth, sound judgment, and the ability to interface effectively with clients.
The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, design, review, and implementation of automatic sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and related suppression systems, while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design, Consulting, and Technical Oversight
- Lead or support the design and layout of automatic fire sprinkler systems for a variety of facility types in accordance with NFPA standards, local codes, and project requirements
- Generate fire suppression specifications for water-based fire protection systems
- Perform or review hydraulic calculations, material take-offs, and system sizing, including fire pumps and controllers
- Review, evaluate, and prepare sprinkler, fire pump, and/or special suppression system shop drawing submittal packages
Project Execution and Field Activities
- Act as the owner’s representative for fire protection systems during design, construction, and commissioning phases
- Conduct field surveys, inspections, and regular site walks to verify installation quality, fire safety, and code compliance
- Support testing, commissioning, system acceptance, and emergent site needs, including witnessing tests and providing code interpretations
- Coordinate with AHJs to support permitting, reviews, and project approvals
Client, Contractor, and Team Coordination
- Provide technical consulting and guidance to clients, project managers, contractors, architects, and engineers
- Plan, direct, or execute fire protection–related engineering activities with a high level of contractor engagement
- Assess, review, and approve contractor bids, change orders, and work costs related to fire protection systems
- Prepare, present, and deliver clear, technically sound reports and recommendations to clients
Quality, Compliance, and Leadership
- Support companywide QA/QC reviews to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with codes and standards
- Mentor and support the professional development of junior designers, engineers, and consultants, as appropriate to level
Minimum Requirements
- Five (5) or more years of experience in fire protection system design or consulting, with emphasis on automatic sprinkler systems and fire pump design
- Proficiency with industry-standard design and calculation tools such as AutoCAD, REVIT, HydraCAD, SprinkCAD, or similar software
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NFPA 13, 14, 20, and/or 25.
- NICET Water-Based Systems Layout Certification preferred; NICET Level II or higher strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes, life safety standards, and local jurisdictional requirements
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including strong technical report writing
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting client and schedule commitments
Additional Considerations
- Candidates with significant industry experience in fire protection design, inspection, or code consulting are desired.
Additional Information
- Relocation will be offered to individuals with the right experience who are interested in permanent relocation, short-term relocation (1 year commitment), or who are willing to travel weekly to job site (requires 3 nights in town, 4 days on job site, and one day working remote)
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