At a Glance
- Tasks: Design fire protection systems and create detailed drawings using Autodesk Revit.
- Company: Join Smith + Andersen, a top Canadian engineering firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, health benefits, retirement plans, and employee ownership opportunities.
- Other info: Great workplace certified with excellent growth opportunities and community events.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on sustainable building projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in fire protection design and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 90000 $ per year.
Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with ten offices in five provinces and approximately 700 employees. Our employees contribute to some of the most sustainable building design projects in Canada, impacting the community through landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, and government buildings.
The Toronto office of Smith + Andersen is currently seeking experienced Fire Protection Designers. You’re a trained designer with a passion for fire protection services design. You have the skills to produce drawings in Autodesk Revit and enjoy taking on new challenges. You excel in problem-solving, whether independently or as part of a team, and pride yourself on your friendly yet direct communication skills.
Why choose Smith + Andersen? In addition to an exciting career filled with meaningful work, we offer:
- Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
- Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
- Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
- Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Purchase Time off Program
- Transit Subsidy Program
- Wide variety of community and social events
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare fire protection drawings, including standpipe, sprinkler, fire extinguishers, and specialty fire protection systems.
- Design fire protection systems in accordance with municipal or provincial building code and NFPA standards.
- Check layouts and services for continuity; develop various fire protection systems layouts in coordination with other building components.
- Create project-specific details and prepare fire protection calculations.
- Respond to internal and external communication regarding project or design status.
- Liaise with all project consultants and ensure a complete and accurate design is achieved.
- Design fire protection systems directly in Revit/CAD; adhere to company BIM/CAD standards.
- Assist with construction administration by reviewing equipment shop drawings and conducting site visits.
Who You Are:
- Minimum two years of direct industry experience in fire protection services.
- Diploma/Degree from a fire protection or building services/engineering program.
- Direct experience and proficiency with Revit MEP, AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks Manage, and Dynamo software.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and NFPA Standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and contribute to the team.
Nice to Have:
- LEED certification / Experience implementing sustainable design is an asset.
Accommodation will be provided to candidates upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Smith + Andersen is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Fire Protection Designer in Toronto employer: Smith + Andersen
At Smith + Andersen, we pride ourselves on being a leading Canadian engineering firm that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our Calgary office offers flexible hours, comprehensive health benefits, and numerous opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to impactful projects that enhance community living. Join us to be part of a team recognized as a Great Place to Work™, where your contributions will shape sustainable building designs and your career will flourish.
