Fire Alarm Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• The Fire Alarm Designer's primary responsibility is to create fire alarm systems for Johnson Controls projects.

• Serves as the design lead for large, intricate projects, guiding other members of the design team in support of these initiatives.

• Manages and organizes personal workload, assists in directing the tasks of less experienced design team members, and collaborates with other design teams as needed.

• Conducts reviews of initial designs of medium complexity to provide value-engineered and code-compliant solutions where necessary.

• Works closely with CAD Support Technicians to prepare comprehensive technical submissions, including detailed schematics and drawings that meet design criteria.

• Supervises CAD Support Technicians in preparing project submissions for medium complexity systems, encompassing system operation, drawings, and calculations.

• Performs detailed calculations to ensure the system design adheres to code and standard requirements.

• Engages in pre/post project design meetings and attends customer/site coordination meetings as necessary.

• Develops a bill of materials to facilitate the construction process.

• Reviews completed submissions with the CAD Support Technician to ensure equipment application, compatibility, and compliance with specifications and scope.

• Provides assistance to Project Managers upon receipt of orders to help maintain and/or enhance project margins.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the design of Fire and Security systems.

• NICET Certification Level II, or Level I with the potential to achieve Level II.

• Familiarity with NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code).

• Experience in Fire Alarm, Security, Nurse Call, CCTV, and/or the Construction Industry.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Proven skills in drafting/CAD, computer estimating/pricing, and project management.

• Proficient in interpreting architectural and electrical diagrams.

• Knowledgeable in various electronic building systems.

• Advanced understanding of mechanical systems and their interaction with fire alarm systems.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Adobe.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Capable of obtaining necessary licenses as mandated by national, state, and local codes.

• Ability to work a full-time schedule.

• Willingness to travel locally as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• This position offers a competitive bonus plan that considers individual, group, and corporate performance.

• The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package.