Job Description

WHERE PASSION + PURPOSE ALIGN

We are the curious. Problem solvers. Driven to unlock the potential in every system. Across five countries are 1,100 engineers, designers, and consultants collaborating to elevate the human experience, create more resilient communities, and protect the health of the planet. We transform the built environment by creating dynamic solutions \xe2\x80\x94 living systems \xe2\x80\x94 that are smart, resilient, and connected.

At Introba, this is why we show up every day. To use our curiosity for good. To inspire change. To empower changemakers

Together as Introba, the organization provides world-class building engineering design, analytic, and consulting services at all scales, specializing in net-zero first thinking. Through the cultivation of thought leadership, we deliver sustainable and forward-thinking solutions to the most complex design challenges facing the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading clients and partners.

Job Summary

Our Fire Protection team is expanding, and we are eagerly looking to add creative problem solvers to our team. We have an opportunity for Fire Protection designer to join our small but mighty group in Vancouver!

As a Fire Protection designer, you will leverage your expertise in Revit & AutoCAD, collaborating with multiple disciplines to develop key designs for water-based fire suppression systems. You will gain exposure to complex, challenging projects across a diverse variety of building types. Projects range from residential high-rise buildings, through to technologically advanced facilities, such as hospitals, University campuses, government buildings and scientific research facilities.

You will be excited to develop your skills, under the mentorship of a supportive, collaborative team, and will be ready to take on responsibility for your projects, when required.

You will be a team player with the ability to receive and execute instructions from the Senior Designer or Project Manager/Team Leader with minimal supervision. Proficient operating knowledge of AutoCAD and hydraulic design programs are required.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities

• AutoCAD and/or Revit drafting and design operations
• Provide technical assistance to the Senior Designers/Project Managers/Team Leaders as follows:

• Maintain Design file
• Fire Protection layout and drafting with minimal supervision
• Fire Protection hydraulic calculations and design areas - to be checked by senior staff
• Ensure Integral design checklist is being followed
• Ensure Integral AutoCAD and/or Revit Standards are being followed
• Maintain AutoCAD and/or Revit files
• Prepare preliminary motor list with assistance provided by senior staff
• Prepare equipment selections using Integral selection procedures with assistance provided by senior staff
• Co-ordinate fire suppression requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team (i.e. Architects, Structural Consultants, Electrical and Mechanical Consultants, etc.). Assistance will be provided by senior staff
• Co-ordinate service requirements/connections with the respective utility and/or municipal agencies
• Review and process shop drawings with senior staff
• Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work
• Provide construction administration services as directed and supervised by senior staff
• Write various reports as directed by senior staff
• Attend site surveys with senior staff

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years AutoCAD experience coupled with 1 year design experience in Fire Protection systems including knowledge and experience of hydraulic designs
• Professional experience in the use of Revit software
• Ability to read and coordinate with Architectural, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical drawings with minimal supervision provided by senior staff
• Fire Protection Water-Based System design \xe2\x80\x93 NFPA Technical Proficiency
• Hydraulic Calculations - Technical Proficiency
• Knowledge of acceptable Building Codes related to fire suppression systems
• Knowledge of NFPA Standards for special suppression systems an asset
• Knowledge of FM Standards pertaining to fire suppression system design an asset
• NICET Level Certified an asset
• HVAC and Plumbing design an asset
• Fire Alarm and Detection design an asset
• Knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing design an asset
• Excellent communication skills \xe2\x80\x93 both written and verbal
• Organizational skills
• EIT or AScT classification is an asset
• University degree or College diploma in Mechanical Engineering specialization is an asset

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in Canada

**Please read the job qualifications carefully and apply only if you meet the minimum qualifications listed**

Additional Information

Introba offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include medical*, disability* and life insurance coverage*, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. *Benefits will vary by country location and may only be available in US or Canada.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Introba is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

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