Fire Alarm Designer: AutoCAD & Systems Integration

Western States Fire Protection Company; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flex Spending (FSA) & HSA

401(k) – Matching up to 3%

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Time Off & Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Western States Fire Protection Company is seeking a Fire Alarm Design Designer to plan and coordinate alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will create finished representations, plan initial project timelines, and assemble material lists using AutoCAD-based tools.

The role requires a technical degree, 3+ years in design, and proficiency with AutoCAD or related software. You’ll work closely with project managers and field staff and must pass post-offer screens.

Qualifications

• Applicable degree from a technical school or college.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Three years’ experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design.
• Good communication skills.
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others.
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen, background and reference check.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and coordinate with subcontractors and General Contractor to design fire alarm systems.
• Apply analytical thinking to determine feasibility and system options.
• Produce detailed drawings using AutoCAD/AutoSprink/HydraCAD.
• Create material stock listings for the project.
• Perform calculations and develop initial schedules.
• Maintain design history records for future use.
• Foster positive relationships with customers to meet expectations.
• Coordinate with other offices for proper handover of information.
• Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team coordination

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoSprink

HydraCAD

Job description

Western States Fire Protection Company is seeking a Fire Alarm Design Designer to plan and coordinate alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will create finished representations, plan initial project timelines, and assemble material lists using AutoCAD-based tools.

The role requires a technical degree, 3+ years in design, and proficiency with AutoCAD or related software. You’ll work closely with project managers and field staff and must pass post-offer screens.