Fire Alarm System Designer & AutoCAD Specialist

Allied Fire Protection; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to support design work, project coordination, and code-compliant system development. You will create drawings, participate in surveys, and ensure documentation aligns with project timelines and AHJ requirements.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of fire alarm design experience, AutoCAD proficiency, and strong knowledge of NFPA/IBC/NEC codes.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in fire alarm design with AutoCAD.
• TX state certification (APS/NICET III) preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA, IBC, NEC codes.
• Ability to read architectural, electrical and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onsite surveys with operations team.
• Prepare fire alarm drawings in AutoCAD from site surveys and prints.
• Calculate, design and coordinate a project from start to finish.
• Submit drawings and track reviews with AHJs.
• Coordinate technical documents with other disciplines/contractors.
• Modify and create processes for documentation control.
• Assist superintendents and field personnel on system applications.
• Assist sales with system configuration, take-offs and code applications.
• Maintain project drawing files and records.
• Participate in bid reviews and design turnover meetings.

Skills

AutoCAD

Code knowledge NFPA/IBC/NEC

Reading architectural drawings

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

NICET III preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Allied Fire Protection in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to support design work, project coordination, and code-compliant system development. You will create drawings, participate in surveys, and ensure documentation aligns with project timelines and AHJ requirements.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of fire alarm design experience, AutoCAD proficiency, and strong knowledge of NFPA/IBC/NEC codes.