Designer I

Position Summary

You'll be able to see your design efforts come to life from design to build to install by assisting in the design of Fire Suppression, Fire Detection systems, and in Life Safety Code Analysis. You'll be a key part of our Fire Protection team and will have the ability to learn and grow in a fulfilling career with us.

Position Details

• Assist senior designers and engineers in fire suppression and detection system design tasks
• Assist in creation of calculations, drawings and specifications related to fire suppression and detection systems
• Assist in coordinating all aspects of the project design with project management, architects and other trades through the completion phase of a project
• Perform and review CAD and REVIT drafting work, calculations, fabrication reports, cut-sheets and field prints - learn and use Autosprink and HydraCAD
• Learn and apply applicable codes, specifications and criteria required to support the design of multiple projects
• Examine field conditions, conceptual and construction documents to develop a constructible system
• Complete calculations, drawings and specifications related to fire suppression and detection systems for small projects
• Oversee entire lifecycle of small to large projects as it pertains to fire protection including layout, permit procurement, field surveys, coordination, creation of fabrication lists, answering and assist with field generated questions, RFI creation, and as-builts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associate’s degree or higher desired
• 1-3+ years experience in related field.
• Fire Protection helper, journeyman, or apprentice experienced preferred
• NICET I minimum preferred
• Ability to self QC drawings prior to submitting to peer review
• Able to perform calculations and lists on projects
• Estimate design hours for projects
• Provide basic information to develop change orders/RFIs
• Takes responsibility for meeting deliverable deadlines
• Able to competently and accurately decipher contract drawings, calculations, and specifications
• Able to competently and effectively coordinate projects
• Works under direct supervision for larger projects
• Competent in basic computer skills include CAD and Microsoft Office products
• Works under general supervision for smaller projects
• Ability to learn design software platforms including: AutoSprink, HydraCAD, AutoCad, NAVIS, and REVIT.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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