Fire Sprinkler Designer (NICET)

Fire Sprinkler Designer (NICET)

• Job Title: Fire Sprinkler Designer
• Location: Charlotte, NC
• Salary: $35/hr - 45/hr
• Requirements: 4+ years experience, NICET, design, Autosprink

Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Fire Sprinkler Designer to create efficient, code-compliant fire sprinkler system designs for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. The designer will develop layouts, perform hydraulic calculations, and produce construction-ready drawings and specifications that meet NFPA and local building code requirements. The role requires collaboration with engineers, contractors, and project teams to ensure systems are robust, cost-effective, and constructible.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop fire sprinkler system layouts and detailed construction drawings using AutoSPRINK and CAD software.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and selection of pipe sizes, fittings, and sprinkler heads to meet NFPA standards and project requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (NFPA, local building and fire codes) and prepare code compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, mechanical/electrical/plumbing engineers, architects, and contractors to integrate sprinkler systems into overall building design.
• Prepare specifications, material lists, and equipment schedules; review submittals and shop drawings.
• Provide technical support during permitting, bidding, and construction phases, including responding to RFIs and attending site visits.
• Produce as-built drawings and closeout documentation following installation and field verification.
• Review existing systems for renovation or expansion projects and recommend upgrades or modifications.
• Maintain project files, calculation logs, and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and constructability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in fire sprinkler or fire protection design; designers with broader experience considered.
• NICET certification in Water-Based Systems Layout or Design preferred.
• Proven experience designing fire sprinkler systems using AutoSPRINK and producing drawings in AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards, fire codes, hydraulic calculations, and sprinkler system types (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge).
• Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to coordinate across disciplines and interact professionally with clients and contractors.
• Familiarity with construction processes, material specifications, and shop drawing review. Ability to visit job sites as needed.

Benefits

• Over time

• Profit Sharing

• Pay of performance culture

• Heath, Dental, Vision

• Long Term and Short Term Disability

• HSA and FSA Plans

• Life Insurance 

• Vacation days

• 401K with match

• Work on high-profile projects

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/22/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$35 - $45 USD per hour