Fire Protection System Designer

Atlantis Fire Protection; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Pet insurance options

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Educational assistance

Job summary

Keller's, part of the Atlantis Fire Protection family, seeks a detail-oriented Fire Protection System Designer to translate project requirements into code-compliant fire detection and alarm system designs. You will produce complete layouts, drawings, and submittal packages for complex projects.

Working closely with sales, project management, and field teams, you ensure designs are accurate, buildable, and delivered on time, with opportunities to design CAS and CCTV systems as needed.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology; four-year degree preferred.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and IBC.
• NICET Level III certification (Level IV preferred).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and related design tools.
• Four years of experience in fire protection system design.

Responsibilities

• Lay out fire detection and alarm devices and route conduit/cabling.
• Create conduit/cable schedules where needed.
• Generate riser and one-line diagrams and field device wiring diagrams.
• Design control panels, interface cabinets, and wiring diagrams.
• Develop the Sequence of Operation for each system.
• Perform battery and voltage drop calculations.
• Assemble submittal packages in electronic and print formats.
• Design special hazard extinguishing systems and security/CCTV as needed.
• Coordinate with sales, PM, and field teams to confirm scope and requirements.
• Represent Keller's professionally and comply with policies and laws.

Skills

AutoCAD

NFPA knowledge

Electrical design

Code compliance

Education

Two-year degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology

Four-year Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Electrical calculations

Job description

Keller's has been helping to protect people and property since 1973. We deliver comprehensive solutions for all aspects of fire protection and life safety issues. Our powerful combination of technical expertise and product accessibility ensures customers receive quality design and prompt response. Our dedicated staff provides customized systems, quick-ship spare parts, and 24/7 technical services for fire alarm and detection, suppression systems, and special hazards.

Keller's is proud to be part of the Atlantis Fire Protection family of companies. www.AtlantisFire.com

Position Summary

At Keller's (an Atlantis Fire Protection Company), we believe great projects start with great design. We're looking for a detail-oriented, technically skilled Fire Protection System Designer who enjoys solving complex problems and turning project requirements into clear, code-compliant fire detection and alarm system designs.

In this role, you'll produce complete system layouts, drawings, calculations, and submittal packages for fire detection and alarm projects. You'll work closely with our sales, project management, and field teams so that every system we design is accurate, buildable, and delivered successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Lay out fire detection and alarm system devices, including routing of conduit and cabling.
• Tag conduits and cables and create conduit and cable schedules when a project requires it.
• Generate riser diagrams, one-line diagrams, and field device wiring diagrams.
• Design control panels and interface cabinets, including elevation details, cabinet arrangements, and wiring diagrams.
• Develop the Sequence of Operation (Input/Output Matrix) for each system.
• Perform battery and voltage drop calculations.
• Assemble complete submittal packages in both electronic and hard-copy formats.
• As needed, design special hazard fire extinguishing systems, including flow calculations.
• As needed, design security and CCTV systems.
• Assist with project management tasks and coordinate with sales, project management, and field teams to confirm scope, technical approach, and project requirements.
• Represent Keller's professionally, protect confidential customer and company information, and comply with company policies, safety rules, and applicable laws.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology (four-year Electrical Engineering degree preferred).
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72 (Fire Alarm), NFPA 101, and the International Building Code (IBC).
• NICET Level III certification (Level IV preferred).
• Working knowledge of and proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Four years of experience in the work areas described above.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and criminal background check; security clearance may be required.

Why Work for Keller's?

• Backed by the strength and resources of the Atlantis Fire Protection family of companies
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Pet insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid training
• Learning partnership to help you finish a degree or certification
• Real career growth opportunities: we invest in developing our people, not just filling a position

Compensation:

$75,000

Location:

Onsite at Keller's

Principals only - no recruiters or unsolicited service offers, please.