Fire Alarm and Detection System Designer

Cosco Fire Protection; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Disability & Life Insurance Package

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

COSCO Fire Protection in California seeks a CAD designer to create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages, using AutoCAD, NFPA standards, and coordinated with design and field teams.

You will maintain project files, prepare permit submittals, and contribute to a library of symbols while working with minimal supervision. Bachelor's in CAD or equivalent required; AutoCAD training is preferred; NICET a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD or equivalent experience in design/drafting Fire Alarm Systems.
• Formal CAD System or AutoCAD software training or experience.
• Basic working knowledge of fire alarm electronics, codes and practices.
• Proficient with MS Office & AutoCAD 2004 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Develop and maintain a library of symbols and drawings for future projects.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Reading electrical/mechanical layouts

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CAD

AutoCAD training/experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Plotter/Scanner

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.