CAD Designer / Application Engineer - Orlando, FL

Specialized Fire & Security, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO & holidays

Advancement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

Specialized Fire & Security, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking an experienced fire alarm designer who understands Siemens equipment.

You will turn contract documents and Sales proposals into accurate shop drawings and collateral documentation used by field crews and customers. You will join our Orlando office as part of a multi-office Engineering Team, producing floorplans, riser diagrams, and control equipment diagrams that reflect project scope and code requirements, and you will review drawings

Qualifications

• 3+ years AutoCAD experience producing fire alarm/shop drawings.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with fire alarm and life-safety electronics.
• Working knowledge of Siemens fire alarm equipment.
• NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems.
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings, specifications, codes, and data sheets.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Produce shop drawings including floorplans, riser diagrams, and control equipment diagrams.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and equipment data sheets for accuracy.
• Use AutoCAD automation to speed output and ensure consistency.
• Prepare collateral documentation for field staff, such as device schedules and wiring details.
• Record labor hours by project in our accounting software.
• Attend periodic site visits, meetings, and surveys.
• Be available for overtime when project deadlines require it.

Skills

English communication

Reading drawings

Computer skills

Education

NICET Certification Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

About this position

Specialized Fire & Security, Inc. is growing our Engineering group in Orlando and looking for an experienced fire alarm designer who understands Siemens' equipment. You'll turn contract documents and Sales proposals into accurate shop drawings and collateral documentation that our field crews and customers use every day. You'll work in the Orlando FL office as part of our multi-office Engineering Team

What you'll do

• Work with Engineering supervisors to plan and produce shop drawings, including floorplans, riser diagrams, and control equipment and panel diagrams that match the project scope.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and equipment data sheets to make sure every submittal reflects what was sold and what the code requires.
• Use AutoCAD automation (LISP, scripts, blocks, and templates) to speed up output and keep drawings consistent.
• Prepare collateral documentation for field staff, such as device schedules, wiring details, sequence of operations, and installation references.
• Record labor hours by project in our accounting software.
• Join periodic site visits, meetings, and surveys.
• Be available for overtime when project deadlines require it.

Salary Information

Hourly Wage

Requirements

Required

• 3+ years of AutoCAD experience producing fire alarm or life-safety shop drawings.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with fire alarm and other life‑safety electronics.
• Working knowledge of Siemens fire alarm equipment.
• NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems.
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings, specifications, codes, and equipment data & installation sheets.
• An understanding of electricity and electronics, including circuits, power supplies, and battery calculations.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong computer and organizational skills, and the ability to manage several assignments independently.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Strongly preferred

• Experience as a fire alarm field technician, including installation, programming, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with NFPA 72 and the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
• Experience with large‑scale or networked Siemens systems and related equipment. Candidates with competitive manufacturer knowledge and experience will be considered.
• Bluebeam Revu experience for markups and submittal review.

What we offer

• Medical: We pay 82.5% of your medical premium. Vision, dental, and other benefits are available for purchase.
• Time off: 15 days of PTO to start, prorated for the first year and increasing with years of service, plus 10 paid company holidays.
• Growth: A written Advancement Plan with defined goals and matching compensation adjustments from your first day.
• Pay: We offer highly competitive compensation based on experience. Experienced candidates who bring Siemens expertise and industry knowledge will be paid for the value they add to the team.

Location

This is an in‑office position at our Orlando, FL office.

Specialized Fire & Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.