Fire Alarm Design Engineer II (AutoCAD/NFPA)

Pavion; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pavion is seeking a Project Engineer II to oversee mid to large low-voltage projects. You’ll coordinate with project managers, field teams, and engineering resources to deliver design packages on time. This mid-level role focuses on producing drawings, submittals, and technical documentation in compliance with NFPA 72 and codes.

Join Pavion's Shared Services team and contribute to safe, reliable fire, security, and AV systems for diverse clients nationwide.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience in fire alarm systems, low-voltage systems, or fire alarm design preferred.
• Basic understanding of NFPA 72, applicable building codes, and fire alarm system requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fire alarm system design drawings, shop drawings, and layouts using FireCAD and AutoCAD.
• Develop fire alarm device layouts, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment schedules.
• Perform fire alarm battery, voltage-drop, and circuit load calculations.
• Coordinate with project managers, field technicians, and other engineering disciplines.

Skills

Fire alarm design

AutoCAD

FireCAD

NFPA 72

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

High school diploma

Tools

FireCAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Pavion is seeking a Project Engineer II to oversee mid to large low-voltage projects. You’ll coordinate with project managers, field teams, and engineering resources to deliver design packages on time. This mid-level role focuses on producing drawings, submittals, and technical documentation in compliance with NFPA 72 and codes.

Join Pavion's Shared Services team and contribute to safe, reliable fire, security, and AV systems for diverse clients nationwide.