Fire Alarm Designer / Drafter

Firetrol Protection Systems • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Firetrol is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer / CAD Drafter for its Houston, Texas location. The role designs and lays out fire alarm and access control systems in AutoCAD in accordance with applicable code requirements, builds equipment submittals, and communicates technical concepts to sales representatives, operations teams, and customers. The position may also perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of applicable codes, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. The role requires taking responsibility for designs, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and engaging with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) about local code requirements.

Requirements

• Preferably 2–5 years of experience laying out fire alarm systems per NFPA 72 and NFPA 101.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2019 or newer.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of required codes.
• Ability and willingness to engage with local AHJs to discuss local code requirements.
• Ability to work independently without oversight.
• Strong analytical skills and work ethic, with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines.
• Ability to take responsibility for design and follow up to resolve discrepancies.

Nice To Haves

• Notifier alarm system experience.
• Texas Alarm Planning Superintendent (APS) license.
• Additional 2–5 years of fire suppression systems experience.
• Fire suppression system design experience, including clean agent and CO2 systems.
• Texas Extinguisher Planner’s License (EPL).

Responsibilities

• Communicate technical concepts to sales representatives, the operations team, and customers.
• Design and lay out fire alarm systems in AutoCAD according to code requirements.
• Lay out access control systems in AutoCAD according to code requirements.
• Build equipment submittals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
• Engage with local AHJs to discuss local code requirements.
• Analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies.
• Accept responsibility for design.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting.
• Training and education opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed