Fire Protection Designer

Job Description

Fire Protection Designer (Senior to Mid-Level)

Location:

Watertown, MA

Salary: $80,000 – $120,000 per year (base) plus bonus potential.

We are seeking a Fire Protection Designer to design sprinkler system layouts for life‑science, healthcare, and higher‑education projects ranging from $50K to $20M.

• Design layouts of fire sprinkler systems, including coordination with other MEP trades.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and stock listings.
• Attend virtual and project coordination meetings.
• Perform field surveys and hydrant flow tests.
• Provide occasional support to the estimating department to prepare / review bid drawings.

• BS degree desired (not required).
• 2‑5+ years of experience performing sprinkler design and calculations.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems.
• NICET certification a plus.
• AutoSPRINK experience desired.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards.
• Previous installation experience a plus.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at once in a fast‑paced environment.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, efficient, self‑motivated and flexible team player.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment to providing premier customer service.

• $120–$130 Annual Base Comp (before OT) ($57.69 – $62.50 per hour).
• Base Pay + Bonus Program up to 12% of base comp.
• 8% based on Company Performance (paid out 2% per quarter).
• 4% based on personal performance paid once a year.

• Competitive Base
• Time & Half Overtime
• Performance Bonus
• Complete Benefits Package
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Accelerated Career Growth

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot considers qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.