Fire Alarm Systems Designer (AutoCAD & On-Site Surveys)

Allied Fire Protection; Apollo Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection is seeking an Alarm Designer to perform on-site surveys and create fire alarm drawings in AutoCAD from site visits and architectural prints. The role includes coordinating documents, ensuring code compliance, and supporting field personnel and sales in estimating projects.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of Fire Alarm design experience, reading architectural and mechanical drawings, and proficiency in MS Office. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Construction experience is a plus.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Fire Alarm system design and Auto CAD.

Responsibilities

• Perform on site surveys
• Prepare fire alarm drawings using AutoCAD based from working both site visits and architectural prints
• Calculate, design and coordinate a project from beginning to end
• Coordinate technical documents with other disciplines/contractors
• Modify and/or create processes to ensure consistent production and document control
• Assist superintendents and field personnel on system and code applications
• Assist sales department with system configuration, specification review and code applications for estimating projects
• Maintain project drawing files and records

Skills

Code knowledge

Read drawings

Record keeping

Communication

Attention to detail

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Allied Fire Protection is seeking an Alarm Designer to perform on-site surveys and create fire alarm drawings in AutoCAD from site visits and architectural prints. The role includes coordinating documents, ensuring code compliance, and supporting field personnel and sales in estimating projects.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of Fire Alarm design experience, reading architectural and mechanical drawings, and proficiency in MS Office. Travel may be required.