Fire Alarm Designer

Summit Companies•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Fire Alarm Designer operates with minimal supervision to complete project designs and submittals, using familiarity with SFP’s quality documents, procedures, and work instructions related to design. The role designs fire detection and alarm, clean agent fire suppression, pre-engineered fire suppression, other non-water-based fire protection, and low-voltage/security systems. The designer prepares submittals for Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) review and approval, supports project coordination and installation, and prepares close-out documents after final acceptance testing. The position also requires following SFP’s safety programs and procedures and keeping current with technology, codes, and standards through periodic education or training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
NICET II or NICET III and/or required state certification; equivalent experience may be considered if the individual pursues NICET education.
Construction experience.
Mechanical aptitude and basic and advanced math skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience as an alarm designer is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with AlarmCAD, AutoCAD, and/or other CAD software.

Responsibilities

Design fire detection/alarm, clean agent fire suppression, pre-engineered fire suppression, non-water-based fire protection, and low-voltage/security systems using working knowledge of fire alarm codes.
Perform battery and voltage drop calculations.
Prepare submittal packages for the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and handle subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.
Participate in contractor coordination meetings and design kick-off meetings.
With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare project package submittals, including voltage drop calculations and materials and equipment required for installation, and requisition job materials.
With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure the design is appropriate for the structure.
Assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.
Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.
Understand and follow SFP’s Safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; know where related safety documentation is located for each project.
Periodically attend seminars or similar education and training sessions to stay current on technology, codes, and standards changes.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.