Integrated Fire & Security Systems Designer

Vsc-Fire-; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay and benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA or FSA options

Company paid life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Referral bonus

Parental leave

EAP

NICET certification reimbursement

Training and advancement

PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Dallas, TX is seeking an Integrated Systems Designer II to design, coordinate, and submit Integrated Systems drawings and material/equipment schedules. You will use project scope, architectural drawings, and codes (NFPA, IBC, UFC) to create layout and ensure installation readiness.

You will lead design reviews, mentor junior designers, coordinate with architects, engineers, and field teams, manage change orders, and ensure compliance with fire and building codes.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience with AutoCAD or background in mathematics.
• Review architectural drawings, mechanical plans, site surveys, and essential information for coordination.
• Coordinate integrated systems with other mechanical elements and avoid conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, insurance requirements, and building codes.
• Manage purchasing updates and project schedules with attention to deadlines.
• Demonstrate autonomy, planning, and prioritization across multiple projects with strong communication.
• Pass background checks and have reliable transportation for company vehicle use.

Responsibilities

• Design layout, field checks, submittals, installation requirements, and closeout procedures.
• Lead and mentor junior designers within the Design Department.
• Interpret directives from supervision and ensure project design accuracy.
• Communicate with designers, field teams, contractors, architects, engineers, and AHJs.
• Coordinate integrated systems with other trades and ensure code compliance.
• Prepare equipment/submittal documents and respond to information requests.
• Update designs for site changes and manage change orders to client satisfaction.
• Prepare as-built drawings, operation manuals, and closeout documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD

Coordinate design

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

NICET Level II/III (desirable)

Drafting degree (Associate/Bachelor)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

VSC Fire & Security in Dallas, TX is seeking an Integrated Systems Designer II to design, coordinate, and submit Integrated Systems drawings and material/equipment schedules. You will use project scope, architectural drawings, and codes (NFPA, IBC, UFC) to create layout and ensure installation readiness.

You will lead design reviews, mentor junior designers, coordinate with architects, engineers, and field teams, manage change orders, and ensure compliance with fire and building codes.