Fire Alarm Designer: CAD Submittals & Code Design

Summit Fire & Security; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to develop fire detection/alarm system designs and submittals with minimal supervision. You will prepare voltage drop calculations, coordinate with contractors, and assemble project packages for AHJ approval, while ensuring adherence to SFP safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications include a HS diploma, NICET certification, 1–2 years’ alarm design experience, and proficiency with CAD tools such as AlarmCAD/AutoCAD; strong

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET II/III or state certification required; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–2 years' alarm designer experience preferred; construction/mechanical aptitude helpful.

Responsibilities

• Design fire detection/alarm and related systems using NFPA codes.
• Adept with battery and voltage drop calculations.
• Prepare submittal packages for AHJ approval and coordinate with contractors.
• Participate in design kick-off and coordination meetings.
• Prepare project submittals including voltage drops and material requisitions.
• Perform field surveys to ensure design suitability.
• Assist field personnel with installation issues and close-out documents.
• Follow SFP safety and quality procedures and communicate professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

NICET II/III or state cert

Tools

AlarmCAD

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summit Fire & Security in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to develop fire detection/alarm system designs and submittals with minimal supervision. You will prepare voltage drop calculations, coordinate with contractors, and assemble project packages for AHJ approval, while ensuring adherence to SFP safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications include a HS diploma, NICET certification, 1–2 years’ alarm design experience, and proficiency with CAD tools such as AlarmCAD/AutoCAD; strong