Drafter/Designer

Ignite Your Career: Design with Purpose and Impact

At Blair Fire Protection, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers with a profound purpose. Imagine feeling a sense of pride each day in knowing that your design contributions play a pivotal role in keeping lives and property safe.

While other companies offer a “line” of fire protection products, we live and breathe fire protection, making it our only focus. Join us as a Drafter/Designer and become part of a passionate team of fire protection industry professionals united by a commitment to excellence and customer success.

About The Fire Sprinkler Designer Role

Our Designers develop, assess, and refine fire sprinkler drawings using cutting-edge computer-assisted drafting (AutoCAD) tools. You’ll be performing in-office design while collaborating with project managers and field technicians to ensure the flawless execution of every project. Responsibilities include:

• Become knowledgeable in fire codes to assist the sales and field technical teams.
• Compile material lists and submittal packages for design projects.
• Perform hydraulic calculations following the specifications for each job.
• Conduct on-site field surveys at current and potential project sites.
• Ensure a code-compliant fire sprinkler system is designed by collaborating with general contractors, architects, engineers, and plan reviewers at construction sites.
• Communicate with all internal and external project stakeholders throughout construction to ensure an efficient and productive installation.
• Participate in professional development activities and earn certifications such as NICET and WI Designer Stamp.
• Contribute by mentoring less experienced Designers as you continue to grow your skills.

What Skills Do I Need?

We welcome candidates with fire protection design experience and those with drafting-related experience who are seeking to grow their design skills. Additionally, we seek:

• An associate degree or currently enrolled in a program in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or mechanical design-related field is preferred.
• Previous Fire Protection or Construction industry experience is a plus, but not required.
• AutoCAD / Drafting experience is required.
• 3-D modeling experience in programs such as Navisworks, Revit, or similar programs is desired.
• AutoSprink by M.E.P. CAD, BIM modeling experience is a plus, but not required. We train those eager to learn
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced team environment.
• Motivation for continuous learning to keep abreast of fire protection industry trends and technology.

Our Total Rewards Offering:

Blair Fire Protection offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, and holidays, coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career. Learn more at blairfireprotection.com.

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Blair Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer.