- Job type
- Not listed
- Work mode
- Not listed
- Level
- Senior
- Department
- Design
- Experience
- 1+ year experience
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About the role
VSC Fire & Security in Richmond, Virginia is seeking candidates for the position of Sprinkler Designer l.
What we offer:
- Excellent pay $28.00 - $38.00 based on experience
- Overtime eligible
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Medical, dental and vision insurance options for you and your family
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company paid life insurance for full time employees
- Employee apparel program
- Company paid long term disability insurance
- Bonus for referring new employees
- Parental leave for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Boot Allowance
- NICET certification test reimbursement
- Opportunities for training and advancement
- All needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
What you need:
- One to three years of experience with AutoCAD or SprinkCAD or background in mathematics.
- NICET Level I or II.
- Ability to review architectural drawings, mechanical, site, structural and completes site surveys, and research essential information as required for structural and mechanical elements.
- Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures.
- Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
- Ability to pass various background checks.
- Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.
- Desirable (but not required):
- NICET I or II, or equivalent experience.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in drafting (AutoCAD).
What you will do:
- Design, coordinate, and submit Fire Protection drawings, hydraulic calculations, seismic brace calculations, and material/equipment schedules. Stock list projects for fabrication and approve fabrication quotes.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and insurance requirements as well as all fire and building code requirements.
- Provide updates to purchasing as installation schedule or change orders require modifications to meet installation schedule and deadlines and other requirements such the Buy American Act.
- Produce shop list utilizing computer software for fabrication of system piping.
- Integrate other mechanical systems to ensure successful coordination with the fire suppression system and must be able to recognize potential conflicts with other trades.
- Maintain proper Risk Management and Safety procedures on all job sites per VSC policies.
VSC Fire and Security is a drug free workplace.
We look forward to hearing from you!