Sprinkler Design Manager

Job Details: Job Location: Fire Fighter Sales and Svcs Co - Warrendale, PA 15086, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Engineering, Job Summary: The Sprinkler Design Manager will oversee the sprinkler designers and plan the design workload with the Sales Team and the Project Management Team to make sure that the design department is on time with preparing field install drawings and fabrication lists. This person will also need to assist the design team with answering questions they may have regarding codes and design strategies. This person will also help the design effort by preparing fire sprinkler drawings and calculations, producing accurate and effective construction plans for approval.  Upon completion of drawings and receipt of all required approvals, prepare an accurate stock listing of all materials required for the project and requisition same.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.  All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Lead the design team

Manage schedules and assign projects for the design team

Coordinate with the Sales & Management team as to when design needs to be completed

Assist with the design and layout of sprinkler systems as needed when needed

Qualifications: Job Requirements:

College graduate with degree in Fire Protection Design or 7+ years of design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD, design of sprinkler systems

Have working knowledge of hydraulic piping calculations

Working with HydraCAD and/or Autosprink is a Plus

Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude

Excellent organizational skills

Self-starter and be able to operate in a team environment

Full knowledge of NFPA codes

NICET certification – Level 2 minimum in sprinkler design, Level 3 or 4 preferred

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Office environment

Work offsite at customer facilities – may be clean/unclean conditions, hot/cold conditions

Field sites where safety equipment may need to be worn

Work may include some significant amounts of standing and walking

Compensation & Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Company paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.

Access to optional supplemental benefits to enhance coverage.

Paid time off (PTO) available during your first year of employment.

Seven (7) paid holidays annually

401K retirement plan with safe harbor match, including both traditional and Roth options.

Business casual office environment.

Supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration and growth.

Employee Referral program with bonus opportunities.

-Direct Applicants Only - No Third-Party Recruiters-

Fire Fighter Sales and Service Co. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran, or military status.