Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Siemens Mobility; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer to design fire alarm systems for commercial buildings in the Central region across the United States. The role involves floorplans, riser diagrams, device layouts, and BOMs to meet project specifications.

Requirements include 3+ years in fire alarm design, NICET I certification with willingness to obtain NICET II, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to read electrical diagrams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• 3+ years experience in Fire Alarm design.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals of fire systems or equivalent field experience with fire system controls.
• Knowledge of fire alarm system components: panels, detectors, devices, circuits, codes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams.
• 3+ proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• NICET I Fire Alarm certification and willing to obtain NICET II within 2 years.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• 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 project plans and contract documents.
• Make recommendations related to productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction.
• Assist in choosing the appropriate mix of products and installation methods for cost-effective solutions.
• Provide general electrical calculations, including battery calculations, voltage drop calculations, conduit fills, and power supply sizing.

Skills

Fire Alarm design

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

NICET I Fire Alarm certification

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

• Chicago - Illinois - United States of America
• Detroit - Michigan - United States of America
• Indianapolis - Indiana - United States of America

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?

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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.
• 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 a bility 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.

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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.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

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Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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