Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Siemens; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens seeks a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer to create and implement design solutions for commercial fire alarm systems. The role involves detailed design tasks, engineering document review, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills in electrical design and fire safety regulations, alongside the NICET certification.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems.
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification at Level II or III.
• 2+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and assess fire alarm systems including drawings and specifications.
• Review engineering documents for quality assurance.
• Provide recommendations for productivity improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of fire alarm system components

Ability to read electrical circuit diagrams

AutoCAD proficiency

Electrical calculations

Mentoring and training

Education

High school diploma or state-recognized GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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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. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why 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?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about 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 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.
• Makes 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.
• Mentor, train, and direct the design activities of fire alarm systems design engineering team.
  
  

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams
• Demonstrated knowledge of fire alarm system components
• Experience engineering fire alarm systems:
• Mid-Level: 3+ years
• Senior Level: 5+ years
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification:
• Mid-Level: NICET Level II
• Senior Level: NICET Level III
• Demonstrated knowledge of UFC Codes - Federal/Government
• 2+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design; proficient in Microsoft Office
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
• 7+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems
• 4+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design
• Xtralis, EASE EVAC, EIT, ASHRAE, or CISSP certifications
  
  

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 $49,100 - $106,000. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.
  
  

Ready to create your own journey?Join us today.

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 with purpose adding real value for customers.

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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