What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Protection Designer II position at Harrison French & Associates?
Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
WFA - Bentonville, AR
Job Category
Engineering
Description
Job Responsibilities :
- Designer will work with Fire Protection Engineer and / or Fire Protection Design lead to communicate with client, deliver completed construction documents, and assist in construction administration as required for most project types.
- Designer should utilize education and experience to independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for most project and / or project type (or at least major portions), as well as, solve medium to difficult design challenges that arise on a project or simple projects.
- Designer should be able to apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards to simple projects, with minimal oversight from Fire Protection Engineer or Fire Protection Design Team Lead. Designer should have a thorough knowledge of software assisting programs, such as HydraCad, and be able to apply throughout the design process. Designer should have a basic understanding of energy codes and how it impacts design.
- Designer should be able to design and draft fire sprinkler, fire alarm and fire protection underground supply piping systems, including riser diagrams, for small to medium projects.
Job Duties :
About HFA
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.
Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.
Qualifications
Management Requirements : 0-3 staff
Education Requirements : BSME, BS Fire Engineering or equivalent experience
Licensure Requirements : None required
