Designer-Fire Alarm/Low Voltage
About The Position
HCI Systems Inc. is seeking Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage Designers and Senior Designers to design and generate low-voltage shop drawings and prepare technical submittals, RFIs, and closeout documents. The position supports projects for multifamily, high-rise, military, and commercial buildings, working with project managers, account executives, other trades, and building owners to produce accurate, complete designs and timely submittals. The role also includes technical research, plan and contract-document review, document control, and communication of project status. HCI Systems Inc. is a low-voltage systems integration contractor with over 600 employees across seven branches. The stated pay range is USD $30.00–$45.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Strong computer skills, including a solid background in AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with CBC, CFC, CMC, CEC/NEC, NFPA 72, UFC codes, and applicable city municipal codes as they pertain to fire alarm systems.
- Computer proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, organized, able to multitask, reliable, self-determined, and able to follow up effectively.
- Ability to take initiative to complete projects.
- Must meet requirements related to background and driving record.
- Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
Nice To Haves
- Industry-related NICET, RCDD, or similar certification is desired.
Responsibilities
- Design and/or draft fire life-safety and other low-voltage shop drawings for multifamily, high-rise, military, and commercial buildings.
- Work with HCI Project Managers and Account Executives to complete accurate designs and prepare submittals in a timely and professional manner.
- Manage and update electronic and physical engineering libraries, including job folders, equipment manuals, technical data sheets, brochures, and templates.
- Apply company and National CAD Standards to shop drawings.
- Research multiple alternatives to resolve design problems.
- Coordinate designs with other trades and building owners as needed.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics, and operational product manuals.
- Identify out-of-scope work and design flaws by reviewing contract documents, proposals, plans, and specifications.
- Identify and assist with suggested solutions for efficient designs.
- Respond to design questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Communicate project status to management.
- Perform document-control tasks such as printing, downloading, and filing.
- Perform plan take-offs and counts.
- Complete required company paperwork.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching.
- Reduced-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Voluntary life insurance, disability, and accident coverage.
- Paid holidays and PTO plan.
- Weekly pay.
- Appreciation events and department outings.
- Wellness programs.
- Pet insurance.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
