Fire Alarm Designer

APi Group • Lakewood, MN

98d • $24 - $36

About The Position

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer who will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and potentially project managing fire alarm systems for various types of buildings including commercial, industrial, and residential. The designer will utilize drawing and drafting skills to create detailed representations of the alarm systems, which will serve as a guide for construction teams both on-site and in the office. This role involves initial project planning, scheduling, material stock listing, and problem-solving, requiring close collaboration with project managers, superintendents, and sales representatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Applicable degree from a technical school or college
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
• Three years' experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
• Good communication skills
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen test, background and reference check

Nice To Haves

• NICET certification is a plus
• Project management experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's sprinkler system
• Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving to determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
• Maintain design historical records for future use
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers' expectations
• Coordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job information
• Perform Project Manager functions as required
• Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnel

Benefits

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees