Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Virginia

This is a full-time, fully remote position. Our offices are out of Richmond, VA but if the candidate for this opening is skilled and has great experience designing Commercial Fire Suppression Sprinkler systems, we are offering this position full-time remote. This is including full health benefits, PTO, etc...

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

Atlantic Constructors is dedicated to providing its employees and their eligible family members with a wide range of benefits. From competitive benefits to on-site wellness programs, we provide resources to support you and your family's health, well-being and happiness. We have created a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical Insurance Plans
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website.

Summary/Objective:

Design Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems for all types of projects in Commercial and Industrial 

Essential Functions:

• Designs layout of various types of fire protection systems including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, and deluge fire suppression systems supported by domestic infrastructure, fire pumps, and storage tanks on a wide variety of projects types
• Interprets architectural drawings and specifications to develop complete fire protection submittal packages in accordance with the contract documents, building codes, and NFPA Standards
• Participates in BIM 3D Modeling coordination
• Performs hydraulic calculations
• Conducts field survey prior to fabrication
• Compiles stock lists, and prepares field installation drawings
• Prepares closeout documents
• Performs facility commissioning of fire protection systems and/or investigate system failures
• Assists field personnel in resolving design related installation issues
• Applies sound fire protection engineering principles to troubleshoot and solve client related issues
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Required:

• 2 - 3 years related design experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferably in a construction environment)
• Must be able to complete design projects start to finish, while working independently
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and research skills, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software and HydraCAD sprinkler design software
• Experience with at least one 3D CADD program and BIM
• Proven examples of large contract work awarded during career
• Must have advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Must be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history)
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available to work assigned schedules

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

Work Environment:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position will require occasional visits to construction sites

Physical Demands:

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines

Travel:

• May require infrequent travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred:

• Field installation experience
• REVIT experience 
• NICET Level I or higher preferred
• Knowledge of special suppression systems such as foam, water spray, water mist, clean agent, wet/dry chemical, and carbon dioxide a plus
• Prior military experience
• HS diploma or GED equivalent

Visit www.acibuilds.com for more information!

Fire Protection Designer - Draftsman - CAD