Fire Alarm Project Designer III

Equiliem; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off starting at 13 days_ann

10 company holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Vehicle reimbursement or company0vehh

Cell phone reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fieldlink is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Designer III to design and engineer medium- to large-scale fire alarm systems across the Mid-Atlantic region. The role supports project teams, drafts accurate drawings, and mentors junior staff within a hybrid schedule.

Requires 5–7 years of experience, NICET III with aim for NICET IV, and CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/FireCAD). Travel is less than 5% annually; remote work within the U.S. is supported.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years designing enterprise-level or large-scale fire alarm systems.
• NICET III certification required, with willingness to obtain NICET IV within first months.
• NICET IV certification strongly preferred.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD or FireCAD; FireCAD experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Design Review and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer medium- to large-scale commercial and enterprise-level fire alarm systems.
• Develop and maintain accurate engineering documentation, drawings, layouts, and system designs.
• Review construction drawings, architectural plans, electrical layouts, diagrams, and project specifications.
• Partner with Project Management to ensure engineering deliverables reflect approved scope.
• Guide and mentor drafters to ensure accurate, complete drawings.
• Support pre-sales by helping scope and estimate cost-effective fire alarm solutions.
• Monitor resources to keep work within budgets and schedules.
• Collaborate with Sales and PM to identify scope changes and seek clarification.

Skills

NICET III

AutoCAD

FireCAD

Autodesk Design Review

Bluebeam

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

FireCAD

Autodesk Design Review

Bluebeam

Job description

Fire Alarm Project Designer III
Location: Remote, within the United States
Schedule/Shift: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; flexible hybrid schedule with 1–2 days in office
Pay: Up to approximately $67.31 per hour ($140,000 annually)

Job Summary

The Fire Alarm Project Designer 3 is responsible for designing, engineering, and documenting medium- to large-scale commercial fire alarm systems with moderate to high levels of complexity. This role partners with Project Management and Sales to develop accurate, cost-effective solutions that meet project requirements, budgets, schedules, and applicable standards. The designer will provide technical guidance to drafters, review engineering deliverables for accuracy, and support scope management throughout the project lifecycle. This position supports fire alarm projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and requires less than 5% annual travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and engineer medium- to large-scale commercial and enterprise-level fire alarm systems according to project requirements.
• Develop and maintain accurate engineering documentation, drawings, layouts, and system designs.
• Review construction drawings, architectural plans, electrical layouts, diagrams, and project specifications.
• Partner with Project Management to ensure engineering deliverables accurately reflect the approved project scope.
• Guide and mentor drafters to ensure engineering drawings are complete, accurate, and consistent with project requirements.
• Support pre-sales activities by helping identify, scope, and estimate cost-effective fire alarm solutions.
• Monitor engineering resource efforts to ensure work remains within established project budgets and schedules.
• Collaborate with Sales and Project Management to identify scope changes requiring customer clarification or formal scope management.
• Apply knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and components to fire alarm system designs.
• Manage multiple design projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders regarding design requirements, technical issues, and project status.

Job Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience designing enterprise-level or large-scale commercial fire alarm systems.
• NICET Level III certification required, with willingness to obtain NICET Level IV within the first few months of employment.
• NICET Level IV certification strongly preferred.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD or FireCAD; FireCAD experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Design Review and Bluebeam.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, architectural plans, electrical layouts, and technical diagrams.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and components.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and changing project requirements.
• Strong customer-service orientation and ability to identify and respond to project and stakeholder needs.
• Ability to travel less than 5% annually.

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid time off starting at 13 days annually
• 10 company holidays
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Vehicle reimbursement or company vehicle
• Cell phone reimbursement, if applicable
• Paid parental leave

Direct-hire, full-time position.

Hybrid schedule with approximately 1–2 days per week in the office; onsite requirements may be flexible.

Flexible work hours of approximately 7:00 AM–4:00 PM or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Supports projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including Virginia and Maryland.

Less than 5% annual travel is expected.
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