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Continental Fire Sprinkler Company Mechanical Designer - Continental Fire Protection in Davenport, Iowa

Requisition ID: 173078

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are adding Mechanical Designers to our team to support project growth in our Fire Suppression market. We are looking for Designers with 2 or more years of experience in design, have experience or interest in construction, that want to grow their career, work on a variety of projects.

Continental has been in business for over 50 years and has the expertise, and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project! We support Fire Suppression Systems design/installation and services for Energy, Educational, Healthcare, Retail, Sports Facilities/Entertainment, High Rise offices, manufacturing, casinos and residential customers. Our collaborative team of designers and PM's support work in various regions throughout the Central United Sates and support Fire suppression design, installation, 3D design, Design/Build, alarm/detection, service and inspection. Our designers perform design, 3D models, work with fluid mechanics to prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, visit project sites for walkdowns and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.

District Overview

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is a turnkey fire protection contractor that has been operating since 1971. We offer comprehensive fire protection services across the United States including consultation, design, installation, maintenance, testing and inspections. With our talented team of people and extensive resources, we can successfully handle all aspects of fire protection.

Location

This position could be based out of our Davenport, Cedar Rapids or Des Moines Offices across Iowa!

Opportunity for relocation assistance to qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems

  • Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)

  • Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction

  • Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors

  • Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement

  • Assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite

  • Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files.

  • General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor

Qualifications

  • Associates degree in design, Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field and 2 years of experience in mechanical design. If no Associates degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction or manufacturing.

  • Design Experience using any of the following: BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, HydroCAD, SprinkCAD, Microstation or similar software packages.

  • Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction.

  • High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

  • Team player, but able to work independently; Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative

  • Passion for safety, and quality. Interest in learning new technologies and growing design skills

  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail

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Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance

  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely

  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.

  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Company: Continental

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