CAD Designer / Fire Sprinkler Alarm Mechanical Drafting Technician Tampa

Tampa Bay area Fire Protection Engineering firm seeks a full time Fire Protection System CAD Designer at its Oldsmar office. We are a specialty engineering firm with locations in Plant City and Oldsmar, Florida, that provides fire protection design and consulting services to local contractors, owners, architects, and the government.

To apply, please provide resume and cover letter.

Position Summary: Under supervision of Fire Protection Engineers, performs a variety of duties associated with the planning, analysis, and design of assigned fire protection design projects (fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm) primarily for new construction and facility renovation projects.

Required Availability: Must be available to work onsite a minimum of 32 hours per week. Remote / Hybrid work arrangements available upon eligibility.

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:

• Creates, prepares, and updates semi-complex design layouts and schematic drawings of fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems for buildings and structures using AutoCAD software.
• Participates in determining specifications necessary for layouts and drawings; including maintaining current industry practices and any client specific requirements.
• Performs hydraulic calculations related to fire protection piping systems using industry standard software.
• Performs basic electrical calculations related to fire alarm systems using industry standard software.
• Studies and maintains knowledge in Building codes and NFPA standards related to the building construction and fire protection industry.
• Assists senior designers with basic project management related to assigned projects.
• Effectively identifying problems as they occur and taking appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex. Refers complex, unusual problems to Engineering leads.
• Participates in the review of produced works and creation of supporting documents for adherence to drafting standards.
• Attends meetings, compiles report data, and provides supporting presentations to manager and clients.
• Occasionally performs site inspections and generates field reports.
• Acts a dependable team player ready to learn and assist in whatever capacity is needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of design experience using AutoCAD (2013 or later) required. Revit experience preferred.
• Mechanical, electrical, fire protection or fire alarm drafting and design experience preferred.
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) experience preferred.
• Associates degree in CAD drafting or design program or certified technical training preferred.
• Strong mechanical or electrical engineering design aptitude preferred.
• Interest in developing and/or expanding your career in fire protection, electrical or mechanical design.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required.

Additional Skills / Knowledge Requirements:

• Must be highly proficient with computers and typical standard office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and CAD programs.
• Working knowledge of drafting standards, operations, methods, and practices.
• Basic understanding of building construction and methods of construction.
• Ability to read & interpret contract drawings and customer sketches.
• Ability to create and modify drawings in CAD software.
• Ability to read and understand units of measurement and perform general mathematical equations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Willingness to continually learn and adapt to changes.
• Must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work as part of a team with little oversight and direction needed.
• Must be self-motivated, detailed-oriented, and work well under tight deadlines.
• Self-starter, motivated with ability to start and finish a project on time.
• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to effectively interface with clients and work collaboratively with peers.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Position will spend the majority of time working in a climate-controlled office setting.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting for long period of time as well as bending, standing, and walking.
• Travel to client sites will be required on an occasional basis, which could include field work in all outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and climb ladders.
• Must have the ability to use telephone and computer to communicate and follow written and verbal instructions.

Benefits

Our full-time positions offer competitive wages and benefits, as well as opportunities for additional training and advancement. We strive to create a rewarding work experience for all of our staff and provide in-house training, support professional development opportunities outside of work, and encourage participation in professional organizations.

About Us

Hatcher Engineering, Inc. (HEI) specializes in offering fire protection engineering and consulting services to a broad range of clients in the construction industry and property management business. With offices in both Plant City and Oldsmar, we are conveniently located about 30 minutes from downtown Tampa. HEI has been in business since 2009 and is a certified Small Business Entity (SBE) in the City of Tampa and Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Remote Work Hours: Available upon eligibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 32 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Oldsmar, FL 34677: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26