Fire Alarm Design Engineer – AutoCAD & BIM Expert

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to manage design tasks for fire alarm, VESDA, and related systems on large construction projects. The role involves coordinating with customers and internal teams, producing 2D designs, and assisting with schedules, BOMs, and procurement.

Strong CAD software skills are required. Responsibilities include collaborating with field staff and project managers to meet milestones, and delivering detailed fire protection designs while adapting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks.
• Experience in large construction projects preferred.
• Experience in mechanical, electrical, or fire protection design preferred.
• Experience in high paced, large construction projects preferred.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm, VESDA, clean agent, and control systems.
• Coordinate project status communication with customers and internal teams.
• Develop design schedules to meet milestones and progress reviews.
• Assist with design, bill of materials, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with field Superintendents and Project Managers for project needs.
• Operate AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Produce fire protection 2D designs as needed.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Fire protection design

Electrical systems

Attentive to details

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to manage design tasks for fire alarm, VESDA, and related systems on large construction projects. The role involves coordinating with customers and internal teams, producing 2D designs, and assisting with schedules, BOMs, and procurement.

Strong CAD software skills are required. Responsibilities include collaborating with field staff and project managers to meet milestones, and delivering detailed fire protection designs while adapting to