Jensen Hughes · 3 days ago
Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expJensen Hughes is a leader in fire protection engineering, dedicated to solving complex safety and security challenges. The Senior Fire Sprinkler Designer will support project activities through consulting, design, and oversight of water-based fire suppression systems, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards.
Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
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 shop drawing submittal packages produced by contractors
Review design drawings for sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and special suppression systems, including foam systems, as applicable
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
Provide technical consulting and guidance to clients, project managers, contractors, architects, and engineers
Plan and direct 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
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
Qualification
Required
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
Strong working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NFPA 13, 14, 20, 25, 10, and 16
NICET Water-Based Systems Layout Certification preferred; NICET Level IV strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, or equivalent industry experience with a fire sprinkler contractor or fire protection consulting firm
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
Professional licensure in Fire Protection Engineering is a plus
Company
Jensen Hughes
Jensen Hughes is a life safety engineering and consulting service for the government, healthcare, science and technology.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanford Tassel
Chief Financial Officer
Pankaj Duggal, AICP, AIA Int’l Assoc
President & Chief Operating Officer
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