Fire Protection Design Engineer – Life Safety Systems

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Harrison (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Recruiting Group in Harrison, OH is seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer to design fire protection systems for life safety and asset protection. You will use AutoCAD and 3D design tools to develop drawings and layouts, coordinating with contractors and clients to ensure code-compliant installations.

The role requires experience in fire protection design, experience as a design engineer, and a willingness to pursue NICET certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Fire Protection Industry is required.
• Experience as a Design Engineer.
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drafting.
• Knowledge and experience with 3D design software.
• Understanding of MS Office applications.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information.
• Willingness to study for NICET certification.

Responsibilities

• Design life safety and asset protection systems using AutoCAD and proprietary software applications, adhering to local, national, and manufacturer requirements.
• Direct contractors in the proper installation and operation of systems.
• Survey job sites to ensure proper system design and installation.
• Read, review, and implement customer-supplied project specifications.
• Attend manufacturer training classes and other continued education training.
• Create project-specific operation and maintenance manuals.
• Update existing drawings.
• Assist office staff with engineering-related tasks such as process improvement.
• Assist with system inspection and maintenance (if needed).
• Assist in system startups and commissioning (if needed).

Skills

Design engineering

Communication

Organization

Willingness to learn NICET

Tools

AutoCAD

3D design software

MS Office

Job description

Specialized Recruiting Group in Harrison, OH is seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer to design fire protection systems for life safety and asset protection. You will use AutoCAD and 3D design tools to develop drawings and layouts, coordinating with contractors and clients to ensure code-compliant installations.

The role requires experience in fire protection design, experience as a design engineer, and a willingness to pursue NICET certification.