DESIGN MANAGER

GETZ FIRE EQUIPMENT; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Getz Fire Equipment Company seeks a Fire Alarm and Special Hazards Design Manager in Peoria. Lead a small design team, oversee project scope, and produce construction drawings using AutoCAD. Ensure NFPA/IBC compliance and maintain thorough documentation for permits and records.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in fire alarm design, NICET Level 3 (Level 4 preferred), and a related engineering/design college degree. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• NICET Level 3 in fire alarm or related field required; Level 4 preferred.
• College degree in engineering, construction, or design preferred.
• Proficient in 2D AutoCAD for construction drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication; team leadership ability.
• Fundamental knowledge of low voltage wiring and life safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and scope of each project during design stage.
• Manage a team of designers and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Create fire alarm and special hazards drawings in AutoCAD.
• Compile documentation, permits, records, and as-builts.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA, IBC, AHJ, and manufacturer specs.

Skills

NICET Level 3 certification

Team leadership

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering/Construction/Designrelated college degree

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Job description

ABOUT GETZ FIRE EQUIPMENT COMPANYGetz Fire Equipment Company, a leader in fire protection products and services in the Midwest since 1957, is seeking a Fire Alarm and Special Hazards Design Manager to work in our Peoria office. GFE is a small business that prides itself on quality, commitment to customer satisfaction, and fierce loyalty to all employees who join our family. We have been the premier Special Hazards company of downstate Illinois and Northeast Iowa for several decades, and since the early 2000s have been a leader in fire alarm system design and installation. Our goal to distinguish ourselves with quality and ethics has led to steady, organic growth, and with your help we plan to continue this trend for many years to come.ABOUT THE ROLEBy joining the Engineered Systems Sales and Installation department of GFE, you would work alongside a small group of committed individuals with hundreds of years of cumulative industry experience. This position oversees the design and scope process for each project during its design stage while managing a team of designers. An eye for detail, strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to multi-task, and cooperative participation within a team will be crucial in this fast-paced and challenging position.WHAT YOU'LL DOOversee the design and scope process for each project during its design stageManage and oversee a team of designersOversee and create fire alarm and special hazards construction drawings using AutoCADCompile all accompanying documentation, permit applications, record keeping, and as-built drawingsAssess each design for compliance with applicable NFPA and IBC codes, local Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements, and manufacturer's specificationsProvide general support to sales estimators and project technicians within the departmentWHAT YOU'LL BRING5–10 years of experience in the design of fire alarm systems and/or special hazardsAt a minimum, NICET Level 3 certification in those fields, with Level 3 in fire alarm being the priority; NICET Level 4 in fire alarm is preferredPrevious working experience and proficiency in 2D drafting with AutoCAD (an absolute requirement)College education in a field related to engineering, construction, or design (preferred)Fundamental understanding of low voltage electrical wiring, fire alarm system operations, and life safety code requirementsClear written communication and coherent graphic representation skillsDemonstrated ability to work in a team environment and be a good leaderKnowledge of, or experience with, construction plan drawing and draftingBasic proficiency with Microsoft Office productsBENEFITS & PERKSGetz Fire invests in the people who keep our customers safe. Here's what you can expect:Health Insurance — Four BCBS medical plan options. Coverage begins the first day of the month following your date of hire.Dental & Vision — Affordable dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse, and your children.Life & AD&D Insurance — $25,000 in employee life insurance, company paid. Additional life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage are also available.401(k) Retirement — The company contributes 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your pay.Profit Sharing — A discretionary company contribution to your 401(k). In 2024, $175,000 was shared among employees who met the length-of-service requirement.Paid Time Off — 10 days of PTO in your first year, growing with tenure to 20 days at 20 years of service (includes Illinois Paid Leave).Paid Holidays — Eight paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas.READY TO APPLY?Apply directly through Indeed with your resume. No cover letter required — we'd rather hear about your attention to detail than read about it. Questions about the role or our benefits? Reach out to Human Resources at Getz Fire Equipment Company at [e-mail] Fire Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.