Fire Alarm CAD Designer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Conestee (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

ALL In Ownership Plan eligibility

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC in South Carolina seeks a Fire Alarm Designer to design customized fire alarm systems using CAD tools, read blueprints, and ensure NFPA code compliance.

You will conduct site surveys, collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients, prepare submittals and material lists, and stay current with industry standards to deliver safe, reliable systems.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential; NICET Level II and a bachelor’s degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Site surveys to assess fire risks and building layouts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and codes.
• Prepare shop drawings/plans using AutoCAD and meet code requirements.
• Develop detailed fire alarm schematics with CAD software.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers and clients for project needs.
• Stay updated on fire alarm technologies and regulations to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys to assess fire risks and building layouts.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to understand project requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and codes.
• Prepare submittals and material lists.
• Develop detailed schematics for fire alarm installations using CAD.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturer requirements and local codes.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

NICET Certification Level II

Tools

AutoCAD

Notifier

Siemens

Firelite

Silent Knight

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC in South Carolina seeks a Fire Alarm Designer to design customized fire alarm systems using CAD tools, read blueprints, and ensure NFPA code compliance.

You will conduct site surveys, collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients, prepare submittals and material lists, and stay current with industry standards to deliver safe, reliable systems.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential; NICET Level II and a bachelor’s degree are preferred.