Fire Sprinkler Designer

AJob Posting: Fire Sprinkler Designer

Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,000

Reports to: Assistant Vice President of Fire Protection

Location: Woodridge, IL

AMS Industries, Inc. is a MEP+™ contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 60 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 1,000 employees. We strive to meet our commitments to clients, develop our people and improve our communities. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

We are located in our beautiful Woodridge, IL facility and this position will report to the AVP of Fire Protection. The Fire Protection Designer will be responsible for supporting the design and layout of fire sprinkler systems for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. This role works closely with project managers, engineers, field teams, and other trades to ensure system designs are accurate, code-compliant, and aligned with project specifications.

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 reporting status of work as required.
• Provide accurate and complete information on reports and quotes.
• Expedite drawing approvals on a timely and consistent basis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of and experience using design software, such as AutoSprink, Hydratec and/or AutoCad preferred.
• NICET certification preferred; learn and comply with NFPA standards and other applicable federal, state, and local codes.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and mathematical aptitude, with attention to detail, good working knowledge or hydraulic calculations and ability to read and understand construction blueprints.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities under time constraints.
• Flexibility to be available as needed and to travel to client sites when necessary.

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