Fire Protection Designer

Joining Team DWE

Design West Engineering is a multidisciplinary building systems design engineering company in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry that prides itself on customer service. We achieve this through investing in our team and creating a supportive working environment where our team can thrive. At DWE, building trust within our team is a top priority that is achieved by focusing on the professional development and growth of our team members. We strive to stay current with technologies, adapt within the current industry, and provide a fundamental commitment to mentorship for all employees. Here are a few ways we plan to support you when you are on our team:

• A fun and inclusive atmosphere with a people-first philosophy
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options
• Team building budgets are allocated to each team, with comped hours for fun and extracurricular activities.
• Team building around philanthropic community-based events.
• Quarterly check-ins with supervisors to review progress toward personal and professional development goals.
• Partnering with you on your path toward certifications and licensing
• Networking and ongoing education opportunities through conferences and industry organizations.
• Mentorship opportunities internally and through partnering organizations.
• One team philosophy between our offices with inter-office project collaboration on regional and national work.
• Commitment to company growth to support the personal development of our team.

Title of Position- Fire Protection Designer:

Design West Engineering is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our growing team based out of our San Bernardino, CA office. As a Fire Protection Designer at Design West Engineering, you will have the opportunity to apply your design expertise to exciting and challenging projects while working under the supervision of top engineers in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industry. The ideal candidate will possess 2 years of experience as a Fire Protection Designer, Revit and AutoCAD experience, have excellent communication and time management skills, work well in a team environment, be familiar with commonly used business codes, and will be proficient with Microsoft Office.

Required Qualifications:

• · Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit
• Excellent communication skills
• At least 2 years of experience as a Project Designer in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Ability to put a complete set of biddable construction documents together.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA codes
• Individual must be knowledgeable in commercial, educational, and/or municipal construction
• Must be able to complete 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD/Revit.
• Possess a working knowledge of regularly used building codes
• Comfortable working in an office environment
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Must have excellent time management skills to meet project deadlines.

Desired Qualifications:

• A degree in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering is preferred but not required
• EIT, PE License, or demonstrated progress toward these goals.
• NICET Level 1 certification

Job Duties Will Include:

• Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare construction documents for fire protection systems
• Perform all applicable design calculations and fire protection system selections under the engineer's oversight
• Conduct site surveys and attend coordination meetings
• Work with the Project Manager to maintain project timelines and deadlines
• Coordinate promptly with all parties involved in the project

Targeted Compensation:

• $55,000- $70,000 per year, depending on qualifications
• Opportunity for bonus twice per year

Summary of Personal Benefits:

• Health insurance for yourself. You may also add dependents as required at your cost.
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Paid holiday time annually
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)
• 401(k) retirement account. Design West Engineering will contribute 3% of your salary to your account, whether or not you decide to contribute to the plan.