Design Engineer (Fire Alarm)

Tiello; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Job summary

A leading Fire Protection Contractor is seeking a Fire Protection Systems Designer to create detailed drawings for fire protection, suppression, and alarm systems. The position requires 3-5+ years of experience in the design and drafting of fire protection systems. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with relevant standards and collaborate with various teams to produce technically sound designs. This role offers a competitive salary and career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of fire protection system design or drafting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings for fire protection systems using AutoCAD.
• Design clean agent and special hazard suppression systems.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and AHJ requirements.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Management of multiple projects

Knowledge of NFPA codes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree in drafting or engineering technology

Job description

Job Title: Fire Protection Systems Designer

Location: Philadelphia or Lehigh Valley PA

Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000

• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Company Overview:

Tiello is partnered with a leading Fire Protection Contractor specializing in fire alarm, fire suppression, and special hazard systems, in their search for a Fire Protection Systems Designer to support commercial, industrial, and special hazard projects.

Role Summary:

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of experience in fire protection system design and drafting and will be responsible for preparing accurate, code-compliant drawings and supporting projects from design through closeout. This role collaborates closely with engineering, sales, project management, and field teams to ensure designs are technically sound and buildable.

Project Type:

• Commercial facilities
• Clean agent and suppression systems

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed drawings for fire protection, fire suppression, and fire alarm systems using AutoCAD
• Develop system layouts including detection devices, notification appliances, control panels, and releasing panels
• Design clean agent and special hazard suppression systems
• Produce riser diagrams, schematics, and sequence of operations documentation
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards (including NFPA 13, 72, 2001) and AHJ requirements
• Review project specifications to validate required design criteria
• Prepare and coordinate submittal packages for AHJ and client review
• Maintain organized drawing files, revision controls, and documentation databases
• Support installation and commissioning teams with design revisions and technical clarification
• Utilize manufacturer-specific software for alarm and suppression system layouts
• Stay current with fire protection codes, technology updates, and industry standards

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree in drafting, engineering technology, or related field preferred
• 3–5+ years of fire protection system design or drafting experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of applicable NFPA codes
• Familiarity with AHJ submittal processes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• NICET certification (or actively pursuing) preferred
• Experience with clean agent or special hazard systems preferred
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.