Fire Alarm System Designer — AutoCAD & NFPA Expert

Cosco Fire Protection; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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 in California seeks a CAD designer to create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages, using AutoCAD, NFPA standards, and coordinated with design and field teams.

You will maintain project files, prepare permit submittals, and contribute to a library of symbols while working with minimal supervision. Bachelor's in CAD or equivalent required; AutoCAD training is preferred; NICET a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD or equivalent experience in design/drafting Fire Alarm Systems.
• Formal CAD System or AutoCAD software training or experience.
• Basic working knowledge of fire alarm electronics, codes and practices.
• Proficient with MS Office & AutoCAD 2004 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Develop and maintain a library of symbols and drawings for future projects.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Reading electrical/mechanical layouts

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CAD

AutoCAD training/experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Plotter/Scanner

Job description

COSCO Fire Protection in California seeks a CAD designer to create fire alarm design drawings and submittal packages, using AutoCAD, NFPA standards, and coordinated with design and field teams.

You will maintain project files, prepare permit submittals, and contribute to a library of symbols while working with minimal supervision. Bachelor's in CAD or equivalent required; AutoCAD training is preferred; NICET a plus.