Fire Alarm Designer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Tampa, FL

74d

About The Position

This position is responsible for designing and developing Fire Alarm systems to detect and notify occupants in the event of a fire. Their responsibilities revolve around performing research and analysis, utilizing equipment data and product knowledge, producing 2D drawings & schematics, and coordinating with engineers, project managers, and facilitating work permits. Furthermore, a fire alarm designer may design upgrades and enhancements, create project templates & standards, take part in codes & standards seminars, attend manufacturers training and development sessions, research new fire codes and installation standards, create efficiencies in drafting quality and establish minimum design standards.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience utilizing AutoCAD software.
• Minimum 2 years working in a professional environment.
• An abundance of patience to see a complicated project to the end.
• Ability to think in a three-dimensional manner.
• 2-year degree in related field (preferred)
• Bachelor's or Certifications (preferred)
• Electrical Construction industry knowledge (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Follow all OSHA standards and laws, and incorporate safety standards into designs.
• Submit installation drawings for approval to AHJ.
• Attend regular development meetings.
• Address limitations of technologies and materials involved in the design & CAD process.
• Incorporate feedback into BIM (Building Information Modeling) models and system designs.
• Make revisions to drawings, plans, & models as requested.
• Keep up to date on all modern advancement in manufacturer's equipment, Building Codes changes, and software technologies.
• Pursue ongoing education in the Fire Safety field.
• Apply and Submit drawings for approval to AHJ (installation permits).
• Design of Fire and Alarm System drawings, as-built drawings, system calculations, and Riser diagrams.
• Re-create new (MEP) and structural drawings under existing conditions for design coordination.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural and MEP drawings.
• Provide accurate electrical schematics per client conditions and analyze and track technical specifications including dimensions, arrangements, and installation procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees