Fire Protection/Senior Life Safety Systems (LSS) Designer

RigUp; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Life Safety Systems Designer to lead design for complex Safety Systems in a hybrid role. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with AutoCAD and Revit, and be responsible for coordination with engineers, producing 3D models, and developing layouts for various systems. This position is suitable for candidates with a keen understanding of life safety codes and systems.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of AutoCAD experience (preferably Revit experience).
• 3-5 years of systems design experience.
• NICET Level III certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• 3-5 years of systems design experience.
• Knowledge of IFC, IBC, NFPA 70, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
• Knowledge of Fire/Life Safety systems and equipment.
• NICET Level III certification or ability to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of complex Life Safety Systems packages.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Produce 3D BIM models using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Develop layouts for Fire Alarm Detection, HPM leak detection, Toxic Gas Management, Security and Intrusion detection systems.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Fire Alarm Systems

Voice Evacuation

Gas Detection

Access Control

CCTV

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Senior Life Safety Systems (LSS) Designer

We’re looking for a Senior Life Safety Systems (LSS) Designer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. This is a hybrid position and the ideal candidate will be based in Austin, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Portland, OR or Pittsburgh, PA.

Our LSS Designers are responsible for the delivery of complex packages in coordination with multi‑disciplinary engineers and design leads that form the core of our Life Safety Systems delivery team. Utilizing AutoCAD and Revit MEP, you’ll create a 3D model space in coordination with architects and engineers. From those 3D BIM models you’ll assist the designers with layouts for Fire Alarm Detection Systems, HPM leak detection, Toxic Gas Management Systems, Security and Intrusion detection systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of complex Life Safety Systems packages.
• Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
• Produce 3D BIM models using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Develop layouts for Fire Alarm Detection, HPM leak detection, Toxic Gas Management, Security and Intrusion detection systems.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of AutoCAD experience (preferably Revit experience).
• Systems design experience with Fire Alarm Systems, Voice Evacuation, Gas Detection, VESDA, Access Control, CCTV.
• 3-5 years of systems design experience.
• Knowledge of IFC, IBC, NFPA 70, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
• Knowledge of Fire/Life Safety systems and manufacturer’s equipment.
• NICET Level III certification or ability to obtain within one year.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Design
• Industry: Oil and Gas