Fire Sprinkler Designer
Fire protection designer/consultant supporting a large semiconductor facility in North Phoenix: designs and reviews automatic sprinkler and fire pump systems, performs hydraulic calculations, conducts field inspections, and ensures NFPA code compliance using tools like AutoCAD, REVIT, HydraCAD, and SprinkCAD.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Design
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 5+ 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
Nice to have
- Strong working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NFPA 13, 14, 20, and/or 25
- NICET Water-Based Systems Layout Certification; 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
Full description
Company Overview
Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.
Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.
At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.
Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.
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 ResponsibilitiesDesign, 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