Sprinkler Designer

We are seeking a talented Designer to join our dynamic team in Ottawa.

Responsibilities

• Design fire sprinkler and standpipe systems using AutoCAD, Revit, and/or specialized fire protection software in a construction environment.
• Determine the applicable hazard(s) being protected and develop applicable fire sprinkler protection strategies in accordance with applicable Building codes, standards, and other project specific requirements
• Perform hydraulic calculations based on the applicable hazards being protected
• Interpret architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical plans to develop coordinated sprinkler system piping and sprinkler locations
• Prepare detailed design document submittals for approval
• Prepare detailed material lists for fabrication and installation
• Verify that all deliverables meet NFPA standards and local ordinances
• Collaborate with management, estimating, design, fabrication, installation and project management as a valuable team member resulting in increased profitability

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ working experience in fire protection design or related field or a recent graduate of post-secondary program in Fire Protection Engineering or related field of study.
• Knowledge of the design, layout, hydraulic calculations, stock listing of fire protections systems
• Project management knowledge is an asset.
• NICET Certification in Water-Based Systems Layout is considered an asset, and/or able to become certified.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD and/or Revit, MS Office, HydraCAD, and a hydraulic calculation & listing program(s) to design and layout systems.
• Experience with HydraCAD and/or HydraCAD for Revit is an asset
• Interpret and apply applicable Building/Fire codes & NFPA standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Obtain/retain any licenses required by national, province and local codes, and Troy Policies.
• Obtaining and retaining NICET I certification in Automatic Sprinkler System Layout is an asset
• Successfully achieving NICET I within two years, NICET II within 2 to 5 years of equivalent trade experience is an asset

Call To Action

If you are passionate about designing life-saving systems and want to be part of a leading Canadian company dedicated to safety innovation, we invite you to bring your talent to Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. — where your ideas help protect communities every day.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33 - 38/hour, CAD

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

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