Posted 5 months ago
Fire Sprinkler Designer
@ TalentSphere
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
TalentSphere is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Designer for a fire protection engineering firm in the Greater Toronto Area. The role designs sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump systems, produces permit drawings and hydraulic calculations, and carries projects through to approval. The position is hybrid, with site visits across the GTA and compensation of $65,000 to $110,000 plus, depending on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Design fire sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump systems
- Produce layouts, permit drawings and construction documents in AutoCAD and HydraCAD
- Perform hydraulic calculations with HydraCALC
- Conduct site visits and inspections across the GTA
- Ensure compliance with OBC, OFC and NFPA standards
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 3 years of fire sprinkler design experience
- Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, 14 and 20
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, HydraCAD and HydraCALC
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid Ontario driver's licence and vehicle
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng., EIT, CET, CTech, CFAA, NICET |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology |
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TalentSphere
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 329 |
Fire Sprinkler Designer
Location
Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario
Work Arrangement
Hybrid (Remote Design Work + Site Visits Across GTA)
Compensation
$65,000 - $110,000+ depending on experience, technical expertise, and client-facing capabilities.
About the Company
Our client is a growing fire protection engineering and consulting firm specializing in fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, code consulting, integrated testing, and life safety solutions. The team supports commercial, industrial, and residential projects throughout Ontario and is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer who can independently manage projects while contributing to long-term client relationships and business growth.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to join a growing team serving clients across the Greater Toronto Area. This position offers a hybrid work environment and requires occasional travel to project sites throughout Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, North York, and surrounding GTA locations.
The ideal candidate possesses strong fire sprinkler design experience, a solid engineering foundation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This role is suited for someone who takes ownership of their work and can effectively coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Design fire sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump systems for commercial, industrial, residential, and institutional projects.
- Develop sprinkler layouts, demolition plans, permit drawings, and detailed construction documents using AutoCAD and HydraCAD.
- Perform hydraulic calculations utilizing HydraCALC.
- Conduct site visits, field surveys, inspections, testing, and data collection throughout the GTA.
- Review and coordinate architectural, mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil drawings.
- Ensure compliance with Ontario Building Code (OBC), Ontario Fire Code (OFC), and applicable NFPA standards.
- Prepare permit submissions and coordinate approvals with authorities having jurisdiction.
- Participate in project meetings and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
- Assist with project scoping, estimating, proposal preparation, and design reviews.
- Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives.
- Maintain strong communication with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and support future business development efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of dedicated Fire Sprinkler Design experience.
- Strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, and fire pumps.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and HydraCALC.
- Working knowledge of:
- NFPA 13
- NFPA 13R
- NFPA 13D
- NFPA 14
- NFPA 20
- Ontario Building Code (OBC)
- Applicable Fire Codes and industry standards
- Ability to independently produce sprinkler design packages with minimal supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience coordinating with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle.
- Must reside within the Greater Toronto Area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related discipline.
- Experience with commercial, industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, and residential projects.
- Familiarity with integrated testing, fire alarm systems, and life safety systems.
- Previous experience supporting proposals, pricing, or client relationship management.
- Professional designation or certifications such as P.Eng., EIT, CET, CTech, CFAA, NICET, CFPS, or BCIN are considered assets.
What Success Looks Like
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong technical independence and ownership.
- High-quality design production with minimal oversight.
- Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to balance technical design responsibilities with project coordination.
- A long-term interest in growing within a specialized fire protection consulting environment.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work on diverse projects, develop your technical expertise, and play a key role in a growing fire protection engineering team, we encourage you to apply.
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