Fire Alarm System Designer

Overview

Design and engineer fire alarm systems per NFPA codes and project specs.

Key Responsibilities

• autocad drafting
• system design
• design review
• code compliance
• project coordination
• quality program

Tasks

-Assist and provide feedback to the sales and project managers for organizing, planning, and prioritizing work. -Work independently or with others as a team to complete all tasks and related design functions. Routinely work with sales and project managers to ensure the most efficient design while maintaining the highest quality standards. -Using software such as AutoCAD, develop floor plans, riser diagrams, schematics, system power calculations, and control panel layouts. -Participate in the review process with other design team members and drafters, as requested by management. -Follow all Sciens policies and procedures during daily work activities. -Ensure design complies with applicable codes and AHJ requirements. -Review all designs before submitting for approval to ensure they meet Sciens quality standard and code requirements. -Assist management by advising drafters to ensure that their goals and objectives are met. -Assist management in developing and implementing a quality service program to increase efficiency and proficiencies for the design and engineering department. -Design systems in accordance with NFPA and project specifications.

Requirements

• autocad
• nfpa 72
• fire design
• battery calc
• 2-5 yrs
• leadership

What You Bring

-Working understanding of fire alarm design. -Strong working knowledge of fire alarm codes and operations. -Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills. -Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and other software programs required to perform job. -Two to five years of experience designing commercial fire detection systems. -Able to perform battery calculations and voltage drops -Ability to work under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency. -Able to work independently -Able to pass background check. -Proficient understanding of current NFPA 72 design standards. -Strong leadership and time management skills; and the ability to multi-task. -Ability to read and interpret fire alarm project drawings and specifications.

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Benefits

-Paid time off plan and holidays. -Tuition reimbursement. -Competitive salary based on qualifications. -Short term and long-term disability. -401(k) matching. -Professional career development opportunities. -Life insurance. -Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.

About Sciens Building Solutions

-Founded from the Latin ‘Sciens’ for ‘knowledgeable and skilled,’ it has built thousands of critical systems nationwide. -Backed by The Carlyle Group and headquartered in San Francisco, it pursues aggressive growth via acquisitions across the U.S. -Known for self‑performing comprehensive Sciens Service Suite installations—from design through maintenance. -Distinctive in combining local company culture with national scale to deliver sophisticated life‑safety solutions. -Integrates clean agent fire suppression along with electrical, security, and communication systems under one roof.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must be able to pass a background check.