Fire Sprinkler Designer

Job Posting: Fire Sprinkler Designer

Location: Woodridge, IL

AMS Industries, Inc. is a MEP+ contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 57 years of existence, AMS has grown from a small refrigeration contractor with a few employees to a multi-discipline and multi-market MEP contractor with more than 500 employees. We strive to meet our commitments to clients, develop our people and help improve communities. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

We are located in our beautiful Woodridge, IL facility and this position will report to the VP of Fire Protection.

Responsibilities:

● Prepare fire sprinkler design drawings that maximize efficiency, meet code compliance and industry standards, and coordinate with building components and other trades using design software and 3D modeling.

● Coordinate pipe and sprinkler locations with building components and other trades.

● Prepare hydraulic calculations to determine pipe sizes.

● Stocklist materials for fabrication and purchasing.

● Detail shop drawings for installation.

● Submit drawings, documentation, and completed applications submitting applications for permits to the proper municipalities and/or authorities, with the appropriate transmittal forms.

● Attend company meetings and report the status of work as required.

● Expedite drawing approvals on a timely and consistent basis.

Qualifications:

● College degree or equivalent experience in Construction, Engineering, or Design

● 2+ years of experience in Fire Protection design

● NICET certification is preferred

● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer:

● Health Insurance and ESOP (Employee-Owned) package.

● Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with Medical PPO

● FSA and Dependent Care

● 401K Matching

● Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

● Generous PTO roll-over policy

● Social events and outings throughout the year