Fire Alarm and Detection System Designer

Cosco Fire Protection; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

COSCO Fire Protection in Livermore, CA, is seeking a CAD Designer to develop fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD. You will maintain drawing libraries and ensure compliance with system specifications and NFPA standards.

Ideal candidates hold a CAD-related degree or equivalent experience, with AutoCAD training, strong drafting skills, and the ability to read architectural, electrical, and mechanical drawings. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD or equivalent design/drafting experience.
• Formal CAD system or AutoCAD training or experience.
• Knowledge of fire alarm related electronics, codes and practices.
• Proficient with MS Office and AutoCAD 2004 or higher.
• Able to read Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical layouts and diagrams.
• Thorough knowledge of NFPA codes & standards.
• Strong ability to follow directions from supervisor to develop drawings.
• Excellent organization and written/oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license; good driving record.
• Fire certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD within system specs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Develop and maintain updated symbol/drawing libraries for future projects.
• Develop spreadsheets/tools to improve drawing quality and reduce time on tasks.
• Operate large plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD/AutoCAD

NFPA codes

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CAD

Tools

AutoCAD (2004+)

MS Office

Job description

COSCO Fire Protection is a multifaceted, full service fire sprinkler and life safety systems company specializing in the installation, service and inspection of a wide variety of automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm (life safety systems), kitchen suppression, extinguishers and special hazard systems throughout the West Coast. COSCO Fire Protection is currently expanding our service operations throughout all of our district locations and offers tremendous opportunities to those service minded individuals in the fire protection/life safety marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turn over meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Use AutoCAD and related tools to create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages within the limits of system specifications, costs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and applications for permit.
• Maintain project drawing files, associated records and documentation in an orderly condition.
• Develop and maintain updated library of symbols & drawings (templates) for use on future projects.
• Develop spreadsheets and other tools to increase quality of drawings while decreasing time required on standard tasks.
• Operation of large plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in CAD - Computer Aided Design or equivalent experience in design / drafting Fire Alarm Systems.
• Formal CAD System or AutoCAD software training or experience.
• Basic working knowledge and understanding of fire alarm related electronics, codes and practices.
• Proficient with all basic computer skills and computer software applications including but not limited to MS Office & AutoCAD 2004 or higher.
• Proficient in reading and understanding Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical layouts and diagrams.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Strong ability to follow directions given by supervisor to develop / design drawings.
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.
• Good driving record with valid driver's license.
• Fire Certifications a plus.

• NICET Certification a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Package
• 401 (k) with employer matching
• Disability & Life Insurance Package
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

This position will offer a salary commensurate with experience along with an excellent benefit package. Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications will be considered.