Sprinkler Designer

Title: Spinkler Designer

Location: Salem, VA

Compensation: $75,000-$100,000/year

Benefits:

• Company uniforms with dry cleaning options
• Annual boot reimbursement
• NICET test and tuition reimbursement
• PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation assistance available

Tiello is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to support design-build and retrofit projects. This role focuses on producing detailed, code-compliant designs, submittals, and permit drawings for local upfits, tenant improvements, and small-scale commercial projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, well-versed in NFPA standards and permitting processes, and thrives in a collaborative team environment with project managers, engineers, and field crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and layout fire sprinkler systems for renovations, tenant improvements, and small commercial projects
• Develop permit-ready submittal drawings in compliance with NFPA codes, AHJ requirements, and local regulations
• Perform hydraulic calculations to verify system performance criteria
• Generate material lists, equipment specifications, and project documentation
• Coordinate with AHJs to streamline approvals and permitting
• Provide field teams with design clarifications, adjustments, and sketches as needed
• Support estimating by reviewing designs and assisting with cost analysis
• Participate in project reviews, pre-submittal meetings, and job cost discussions
• Communicate project updates, schedules, and challenges with customers and internal stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• NICET Level II (or higher) in Fire Sprinkler Layout or ability to obtain
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SprinkCAD, or similar design software
• Knowledge of NFPA 13, 14, 20 and related building codes
• Ability to create permit-ready submittal drawings with accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing small-scale commercial upfits, retail, or office renovations
• Familiarity working with fire marshals, AHJs, and permitting offices
• Previous field experience in fire sprinkler installation or inspections

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.