Fire Alarm Designer — CAD & NFPA Expert

Silco Fire & Security; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and generous time off

Company paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silco Fire & Security in Akron is looking for a motivated Fire Alarm Designer responsible for designing fire alarm systems for various projects in compliance with codes and standards. The candidate should possess strong technical knowledge, CAD proficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Join a family-owned company recognized as a Top Workplace, offering competitive benefits like medical, dental, paid holidays, and a 401(k) program with matching. Be part of a mission impacting over 45,000 businesses and communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire alarm system design, drafting, or related field.
• Proficiency with FireCad / AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of NFPA 72 and fire alarm system principles.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm systems for commercial and industrial projects.
• Produce detailed drawings and submittal packages using CAD software.
• Conduct site surveys to assess existing conditions.

Skills

Fire alarm system design

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read construction drawings

Technical knowledge of fire alarm systems

Education

Experience in fire alarm system design or related field

NICET certification (strongly preferred)

Tools

FireCad / AutoCAD

Job description

Silco Fire & Security in Akron is looking for a motivated Fire Alarm Designer responsible for designing fire alarm systems for various projects in compliance with codes and standards. The candidate should possess strong technical knowledge, CAD proficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Join a family-owned company recognized as a Top Workplace, offering competitive benefits like medical, dental, paid holidays, and a 401(k) program with matching. Be part of a mission impacting over 45,000 businesses and communities.