Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Siemens; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Detroit is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer to create fire alarm system designs for commercial buildings, including floorplans, riser diagrams, device locations, and bills of materials. You will ensure drawings meet project plans and NFPA 72 requirements, review documents, and drive cost-effective solutions.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years in fire alarm design, NICET I with plans to obtain NICET II within 2 years, and strong AutoCAD and MS Office

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years experience in Fire Alarm design.
• NICET I Fire Alarm certification with willingness to obtain NICET II within 2 years.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and NFPA 72 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm systems for buildings with floorplans, riser diagrams, device locations, and BOMs.
• Perform peer reviews of engineering documents.
• Recommend productivity improvements and cost reductions.
• Assist selecting cost-effective products and installation methods.
• Provide electrical calculations including voltage drop and conduit fills.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

NICET I Fire Alarm

NFPA 72 knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Family: Buildings

Req ID: 523924

Position Location: This role supports our Central region.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation!We know that the only way a business thrivesis if our people are thriving.That’swhy we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

OurSmart Buildingshelp to create efficient, safe, adaptable, andresponsible environments. Our aimisn’tjust about improvingbuildings;it’sabout creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineers

create unique design solutions to meet specific customer requirements for commercial building fire alarm systems in new and existing facilities. This team member makes recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability.

As a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer, you will:

• Design fire alarm systems for buildings, including floorplan drawings with system device locations, riser diagrams, device wiring details, panel mounting and wiring details, bills of materials, and sequences of operations to meet the intent of the project plans, specifications, and contract documents.

• Perform peer to peer review of engineering documents.

• Make recommendations related to productivity improvement and cost reduction to increase customer satisfaction.

• Assist in choosing the appropriate mix of products and installation methods to provide the most cost-effective solution.

• Provide general electrical calculations, including battery calculations, voltage drop calculations, conduit fills, power supply sizing, etc.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED

• 3+ years experience in Fire Alarm design

• Must be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals of fire systems or equivalent field experience with fire system controls

• Knowledge of the following fire alarm system components: fire alarm panels, strobe booster panels, spot detectors (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide), duct-mounted smoke detectors, projected beam smoke detectors, aspirating smoke detectors (VESDA), monitor modules, relay modules (form A and form C), manual pull stations, notification devices (speaker/strobes, horn/strobes, strobes, bells), Class A/Class B/Class X circuits, state and local fire codes, and NFPA 72 national fire code

• The ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams

• 3+ Proficiency in AutoCAD and design and Microsoft Office

• Must have NICET I Fire Alarm certification and willing to get NICET II within 2 years

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’sDegree

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About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology withpurposeadding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $43,911 - $75,276 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering