Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Design Engineer

Cosco Fire Protection; Spring Valley (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401 (k) with employer matching

Disability & Life Insurance Package

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

COSCO Fire Protection is seeking a CAD designer for fire protection systems in Nevada. You will design fire alarm and life safety drawings, prepare submittals, and maintain project documentation using AutoCAD. The role emphasizes accuracy, code compliance, and efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate has a CAD degree or equivalent, AutoCAD training, NFPA knowledge, and strong communication skills. A valid driver's license is required and certification in fire protection adds value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD or equivalent experience in design/drafting fire alarm systems.
• Formal CAD system or AutoCAD training/experience.
• Strong understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design team and field supervisors.
• Create fire alarm and special hazard system drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain and organize project drawing files and records.
• Develop templates and symbol libraries for future projects.
• Improve drawings with tools to increase quality and reduce time.
• Operate plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AutoCAD

Reading diagrams

MS Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CAD - Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

COSCO Fire Protection is seeking a CAD designer for fire protection systems in Nevada. You will design fire alarm and life safety drawings, prepare submittals, and maintain project documentation using AutoCAD. The role emphasizes accuracy, code compliance, and efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate has a CAD degree or equivalent, AutoCAD training, NFPA knowledge, and strong communication skills. A valid driver's license is required and certification in fire protection adds value.