Fire Alarm Designer

Cosco Fire Protection; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; 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, a West Coast leader in fire protection and life safety, seeks a Fire Alarm Designer/Drafter in Seattle, WA. The role demands fast-paced, detail-oriented individuals who can manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

You will create fire alarm drawings in AutoCAD, prepare submittals, and maintain accurate drawing libraries while collaborating with design and field teams. Strong documentation, reading of layouts, and knowledge of NFPA standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in CAD or equivalent
• Formal CAD or AutoCAD training or experience
• Knowledge of fire alarm electronics, codes and practices
• Proficient with MS Office and AutoCAD 2004+
• Ability to read architectural, electrical, mechanical layouts and diagrams
• Familiarity with NFPA codes and standards
• Strong ability to follow supervisor directions
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver's license; driving record acceptable
• Fire and NICET certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Use AutoCAD to create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages within system specs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Develop and maintain library of symbols and templates for future projects.
• Develop spreadsheets and tools to improve drawing quality and efficiency.
• Operate large plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AutoCAD

NFPA codes

Reading architectural layouts

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associates Degree in CAD or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD software

Plotter operation

Job description

Cosco Fire Protection, an independent, wholly owned subsidiary of MX Holdings US, is the West Coast's largest fire protection and life safety specialist. Established in 1959, we are a full service company that designs, installs, repairs, services and inspects a wide variety of fire suppression and life safety systems. Our continued success and growth has produced a need for an experienced Fire Alarm Designer / Drafter in our Seattle, WA office. This position requires fast pace workers who are detail oriented, self starters that can handle multiple projects with little or no supervision.

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

• Associates 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.