{"id":1331426,"url":"https://alion.io/job/sciensusa-fire-sprinkler-designer","title":"Fire Sprinkler Designer","company":{"id":3832649,"name":"Sciensusa","domain":"sciensusa.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/sciensusa","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":75,"open_postings":30,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":null,"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Design","role_family":"Design","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Jacksonville, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":80000,"max_usd":171000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":187},"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AutoCAD","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-05-07T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-05-07","last_verified_at":"2026-09-29T00:11:38Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":145,"trust":{"level":"stale","repost_count":0,"flags":["stale"],"days_open":145},"description":"THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL\nSciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm System Designer responsible for the design and engineering of fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA codes and project specifications. This position is responsible for designing and engineering systems as represented by Sciens, and responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of all associated projects. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing training, in-house training, and on-the-job experience as it relates to design. The Fire Alarm System Designer applies engineering principles to every design to meet code and customer requirements; review product specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be installed in customer facilities; interface with AutoCAD drafters, project managers and sales team, and support their various needs. The person in this role follows all quality procedures that relate to design, engineering, and drafting.\nWHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)\nDesign systems in accordance with NFPA and project specifications. \nParticipate in the review process with other design team members and drafters, as requested by management. \nUsing software such as AutoCAD, develop floor plans, riser diagrams, schematics, system power calculations, and control panel layouts. \nReview all designs before submitting for approval to ensure they meet Sciens quality standard and code requirements. \nFollow all Sciens policies and procedures during daily work activities. \nWork independently or with others as a team to complete all tasks and related design functions. Routinely work with sales and project managers to ensure the most efficient design while maintaining the highest quality standards. \nAssist and provide feedback to the sales and project managers for organizing, planning, and prioritizing work. \nAssist management in developing and implementing a quality service program to increase efficiency and proficiencies for the design and engineering department. \nAssist management by advising drafters to ensure that their goals and objectives are met. \nEnsure design complies with applicable codes and AHJ requirements. \nWHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU\n3+ years of experience in sprinkler design.\nProficient in design software (HydroCAD or AutoSprink).\nUnderstanding of fire sprinkler system type (Wet, Dry, Preaction, Deluge, Fire pump systems).\nKnowledge of applicable codes and standards (NFPA 13, 14, 20, 24, 25).\nAbility to interpret project plans, specifications, and contract documents.\nDevelopsaccurateandcode-compliantsprinklersystemlayoutsanddesigns.\nPerforms hydraulic calculations and understands system demand requirements.\nPreparessubmittalpackagesincludingdrawings,calculations,andmaterialdata.\nParticipates in BIM coordination meetings and resolves clashes with other trades.\nWorks closely with project managers and field teams to ensure designs are practical and installable.\nIdentifies design issues, discrepancies, and potential change orders early in the process.\nCreate fabrication lists and review for accuracy and efficiency.\nNICET II or III preferred but not required.\nWHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE\nCompetitive salary based on qualifications. \nPaid time off plan and holidays. \n401(k) matching. \nShort term and long-term disability. \nMedical, dental, and vision plans with options. \nLife insurance. \nProfessional career development opportunities. \nTuition reimbursement.","description_format":"text","description_chars":3423,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Hardware","Real Estate","Access Control & Alarm Systems"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-27T09:55:08Z"}],"liveness":{"score":5,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.192,"p_room":0.28,"age_days":144,"expected_fill_days":26,"reasons":["conf:2","stale_co","win:tail","crowd:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/sciensusa-fire-sprinkler-designer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/sciensusa-fire-sprinkler-designer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-29T04:55:09Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":4760,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":240,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-30T00:00:00Z"}}}