Description
WSP is seeking a full-time Consultant - Fire & Life Safety (Fire Sprinkler Designer) to join their Fire and Life Safety (FLS) Team. The successful candidate will work on projects in the public and private sector, providing technical assistance for the design, development, site survey, and testing & inspecting of fire and life safety systems.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the design of automatic fire sprinkler systems
- Using BIM, CAD, REVIT for low-level complexity projects
- Basic knowledge and understanding of NFPA, FM Global, Building and Fire Code Standards
- Executing directions from engineers and management
- Coordinating with vendors, team engineers, and architects
- Gathering resources to assist in problem-solving
- Assisting engineers and management with staffing allocations
- Championing the firm's core values
- Supporting creative thinking and innovation
- Communicating engineering concepts and ideas
- Demonstrating the ability to react to client needs and expectations
- Assisting in the commissioning of fire life safety systems
Requirements:
- Related Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Fire Protection Technology, Drafting, Engineering, or Architectural; or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of fire sprinkler experience
- Knowledge of REVIT and AutoCAD
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in self-leadership, multi-tasking, and prioritization
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic proficiency with technical writing and office automation
- Ability to work flexible schedules and occasional travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- NICET Level II or III Water-Based Systems Layout
- AUTODESK Certified Professional
- Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related discipline
- Experience in fire protection engineering design applications
- Prior internship related to the degree of study
- Active participation in local professional practice organisations
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings
Compensation: $88,500 - $120,000 per year