Fire Alarm Project Designer 3

Convergint•Chantilly, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven, and forward-thinking Fire Alarm Project Designer to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will design, engineer, and document medium and large-sized solutions with moderate to higher levels of complexity according to project requirements. As a Fire Alarm Project Designer, you are part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

Requirements

Advanced technical skills and knowledge/expertise in AutoDesk Design Review and Bluebeam.
Strong skills in reading and understanding construction drawings, architectural and electrical layouts and diagrams.
Strong knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and components.
Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
High School/GED or equivalent experience
5-7 years experience designing enterprise-level fire alarm systems
Must have AutoCAD or FireCAD experience
Must have NICET III or NICET IV

Responsibilities

Design, engineer, and document medium and large-sized solutions with moderate to higher levels of complexity according to project requirements.
Support pre-sales activities to identify, scope, and estimate cost-effective solutions that meet customer requirements.
Work with Project Management to ensure engineering deliverables accurately reflect project scope.
Guide and mentor drafters on the project team to ensure the accuracy of engineering drawings.
Monitor resource efforts to ensure they are within the project budget and schedule.
Work closely with Sales and Project Management to identify changes in scope that warrant customer clarification and scope management in support of the budget.