Fire Sprinkler Designer

W&M Fire Protection is part of the Davis-Ulmer (DU) Family of Companies, a network of fire protection, life safety, and security service companies, protecting people and property across 30+ locations and 11 states. Founded in 1993 and serving the tristate and New England regions, W&M Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection contractor specializing in the design, installation, fabrication, inspection, and maintenance of fire sprinkler, fire alarm, special hazard, and life safety systems, delivering trusted expertise backed by the strength of the DU Family of Companies, powered by APi Group. Living our motto, "we protect what you value most," W&M Fire Protection offers a challenging and rewarding work environment for those passionate about keeping communities safe.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to add a Fire Sprinkler Designer to our Hawthorne, NY team. In this role, you will produce fire sprinkler system designs and shop drawings using AutoCAD and AutoSPRINK, perform hydraulic calculations, and prepare permit and submittal packages for new construction and service projects. The position is approximately 70% office-based design work and 30% field work, including site surveys performed from ladders and lifts. Success in this role requires strong technical design skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to balance office deadlines with field responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare fire sprinkler layouts, shop drawings, and hydraulic calculations using AutoCAD and AutoSPRINK.
• Conduct field surveys and site visits, including measurements taken from ladders and lifts.
• Develop and submit permit applications and coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Prepare operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals and project closeout documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field crews to ensure design accuracy and constructability.
• Run materials and equipment to jobsites as needed.
• Ensure all designs comply with NFPA codes and local regulations.

Qualifications:

• Prior fire sprinkler design and layout experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (AutoSPRINK preferred).
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13R, and 13D.
• Ability to perform hydraulic calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel to jobsites.
• NICET certification in Water-Based Systems Layout preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 and Lift certification preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to work from ladders and lifts during field surveys.
• Ability to lift and carry materials to jobsites.
• Extended periods of computer-based design work in an office setting.
• Occasional travel to active construction and service sites.

The wage for this role is $28.00 to $36.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

As part of the DU Family of Companies, we believe that empowering and investing in our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Why Choose DU Family of Companies?

• Competitive Compensation – We offer a competitive wage that rewards your experience and skills.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Health, dental, vision, retirement, and more to support you and your family.
• Strength of the Family – Join a network of companies that share resources, knowledge, and opportunities.
• Backed by APi Group – Benefit from the stability and support of a global leader in life safety and specialty services.
• Long-Term Career Relationships – We invest in our people for the long haul, with real paths for growth.
• Values Match – Work alongside a team that lives our shared culture and values every day.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.