Life Safety Systems Designer in Phoenix, AZ

Manatal; Phoenix (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

401(k) with employer match

Life, AD&D, LTD insurance

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Manatal is seeking an experienced Life Safety Systems Designer to design and manage fire alarm and life safety system plans for commercial construction projects using AutoCAD. You will prepare detailed layouts, riser diagrams, BOM, and system calculations, coordinating with field operations and project teams while ensuring AHJ compliance.

A strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and related codes, plus 5+ years in life safety design, is required; NICET or related certs preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years in life safety systems design or related field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for 2D floor plans, blocks, Xrefs, and page setups.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and Adobe applications.

Aufgaben

• Design fire alarm and life safety systems for commercial projects.
• Prepare CAD drawings, floor plans, riser diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs.
• Coordinate with field operations, customers, engineers, architects, and project teams.
• Update drawings based on field changes and prepare as-built documentation.
• Prepare sequences of operations and required system calculations.
• Communicate design updates, project timelines, and approvals to stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

AutoCAD proficiency

NFPA 72 knowledge

Reading architectural plans

Communication skills

Project coordination

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking an experienced Life Safety Systems Designer to design and manage fire alarm and other life safety system plans for commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD skills, knowledge of NFPA 72, and experience preparing detailed system layouts, riser diagrams, calculations, and bills of materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm and life safety systems for commercial construction projects.
• Prepare accurate CAD drawings, floor plans, riser diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOM).
• Design and support two-way communication, ERCES, security, and nurse call systems.
• Review project specifications, product requirements, and applicable fire and life safety codes.
• Ensure designs meet Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and project specifications.
• Read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.
• Coordinate with field operations, customers, engineers, architects, and project teams.
• Manage multiple projects across different construction phases while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Update drawings based on field changes and prepare accurate as-built documentation.
• Prepare sequences of operations and required system calculations.
• Communicate design updates, project timelines, and approvals to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in life safety systems design or a related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 2D floor plans, blocks, external references (Xrefs), and page setups.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe applications.
• Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical qualification in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in life safety systems design.
• Experience with Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of fire alarm system integration with other building systems and trades.
• NICET certification or other relevant life safety industry certifications.
• Professional attitude and strong customer service skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance