Fire Protection Designer

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutons. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Fire Protection Designerto join our American Fire Team based in either Birmingham or Cullman, AL.

American Fire, A CHA Company, offers highly specialized Fire Protection engineering services and cutting-edge solutions to the most challenging Fire Protection projects. Our knowledgeable staff manages complex industrial, commercial and design/build Fire Protection projects, including sprinkler systems, fire pumps, ground storage tanks, underground piping, and special hazards.

The Fire Protection Designer assists with the research, preparation, and creation of various types of contract or construction drawings and documents. This role will collaborate with design teams on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client, contractual and company expectations.

The Fire Protection Designer will develop the ability to independently establish simple or routine contract drawings and will gain a working knowledge of discipline standards, codes, and systems through assisting with contract document preparation. The right candidate for this role will be eager to learn and problem-solve and should have working knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and REVIT.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree preferred
• A minimum of 2 years Fire Protection design experience
• Valid drivers’ license required
• Proficient with discipline-based software (AutoCAD, HydroCAD, REVIT, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a collaborative team environment with the willingness to assist senior staff
• Some occasional travel (5-10%) may be required

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected verteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.