Entry-Level CAD Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Immediate vesting

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. is seeking a drafting/design enthusiast to prepare and revise fire sprinkler layouts using AutoCAD under guidance. You will review drawings, flag issues, and help create material lists while incorporating feedback from the design team.

The role involves learning hydraulic calculations, assembling permit packages, and occasionally visiting job sites to verify field conditions. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic AutoCAD skills from coursework or prior work.
• Ability to read simple drawings with dimensions and scale.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD to prepare and revise fire sprinkler layouts under supervision.
• Review drawings and flag missing dimensions or conflicts.
• Assist with hydraulic calculations, material lists, and fabrication stock.
• Incorporate feedback into drawing revisions.
• Assemble drawing packages for permit review and fabrication.
• Join team on jobsite to take measurements and verify field conditions.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k)

Firetrol is a National Leader in fire protection and life safety services. For more than 37 years, Firetrol has been trusted to deliver solutions helping organizations mitigate risk by achieving their protection goals and objectives. We are currently seeking someone who has an enthusiastic attitude and strong work ethics with a passion for drafting and design.

Responsibilities:

• Use AutoCAD to prepare and revise fire sprinkler layouts under the guidance of an experienced designer.
• Review architectural and structural drawings and flag missing dimensions, conflicts, or questions for the design team.
• Learn to assist with hydraulic calculations, material lists, and fabrication stock lists.
• Incorporate feedback from designers, project managers, and field foremen into drawing revisions.
• Help assemble drawing packages for permit review and fabrication.
• Join experienced team members on occasional jobsite visits to take measurements and verify field conditions.

Experience/Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic AutoCAD skills gained through coursework, technical training, or work experience.
• Ability to read basic construction drawings and work with dimensions, scale, and measurements.
• Attention to detail, good organization, and the ability to ask questions and apply feedback.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements:

• Basic AutoCAD skills gained through coursework, technical training, or work experience.
• Ability to read basic construction drawings and work with dimensions, scale, and measurements.
• Attention to detail, good organization, and the ability to ask questions and apply feedback.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.