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Company Description SouthWest Fire Protection is a certified fire protection company committed to safeguarding people, property, and businesses through reliable fire safety solutions. The company provides professional design, installation, inspection, and maintenance services for fire protection systems. Team members work with industry standards and regulations to help clients maintain compliance and minimize risk. SouthWest Fire Protection values safety, quality workmanship, and responsive customer service. The organization offers opportunities to grow technical expertise in a critical life-safety field. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Fire Protection Designer role based in Winnipeg, MB. The Fire Protection Designer will prepare detailed fire protection system layouts, including sprinklers and related components, using CAD or similar design software. Responsibilities include reviewing building plans, codes, and specifications; performing hydraulic calculations; and coordinating designs with engineers, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction. The role involves producing accurate construction drawings, material lists, and as-built documentation, as well as supporting permitting and approval processes. The Fire Protection Designer will also collaborate with project managers and field teams to address design issues, support installations, and ensure systems meet code, safety, and quality requirements. Qualifications Demonstrated skills in fire protection system design, including sprinkler layouts, hydraulic calculations, and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings. Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and related design tools; familiarity with modeling or BIM platforms (e.g., Revit) is an asset. Knowledge of applicable fire and building codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, local building codes) and the ability to apply them in practical design scenarios. Strong technical math, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to accuracy and detail in drawings and calculations. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, contractors, inspectors, and internal project teams. Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a construction environment. Post-secondary education in engineering technology, drafting/design, fire protection technology, or a related field; relevant certifications or technologist designation are considered an asset. Commitment to safety, continuous learning, and maintaining current knowledge of industry best practices and code changes.

What you’ll do

The designer will prepare detailed fire protection system layouts and perform hydraulic calculations using CAD software. They are responsible for coordinating designs with engineers and authorities to ensure compliance with safety codes and producing accurate construction documentation.

Requirements

Candidates need post-secondary education in engineering technology, drafting, or fire protection and proficiency in AutoCAD. Knowledge of NFPA and local building codes, along with strong technical math and problem-solving skills, is required.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fire Protection System Design
• Sprinkler Layouts
• Hydraulic Calculations
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• NFPA Standards
• Building Codes
• Technical Math
• Spatial Reasoning
• Construction Drawings
• BIM
• Project Coordination

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Trades
• Art & Design