Low-Voltage CAD Designer for Fire Protection Systems

Fire-Fighter-Sales-and-Service-Company; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Fire Fighter Sales and Service Co. is seeking a CAD Operator and Low Voltage Systems Designer to create 2D/3D designs for fire protection and other low voltage projects.

Office-based with occasional site surveys, you will coordinate tasks to meet timelines and budgets while assisting internal and external customers with design queries. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD and Visio, strong math and engineering fundamentals, and the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in CADD or related field
• Strong computer skills with extensive knowledge of design software, especially AutoCAD and Visio
• Proficiency in Windows environment and Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites as required

Responsibilities

• Create complete drawing and submittal packages for low voltage system projects as directed by the Construction Manager
• Collaborate with the Construction Manager to develop and maintain drawing schedules and provide departmental support
• Attend weekly meetings with Projects and Sales teams to coordinate efforts and share updates
• Perform final material take-offs for devices and panel components to generate accurate bill of materials
• Prepare Owner Documentation packages, manage drawing storage and filing, and create system service files
• Provide estimating support and technical expertise to the sales department as needed
• Conduct field surveys to gather site data and verify system requirements
• Maintain accurate time sheets for proper time allocation and project costing

Skills

CAD drafting

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in CADD

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Fire Fighter Sales and Service Co. is seeking a CAD Operator and Low Voltage Systems Designer to create 2D/3D designs for fire protection and other low voltage projects.

Office-based with occasional site surveys, you will coordinate tasks to meet timelines and budgets while assisting internal and external customers with design queries. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD and Visio, strong math and engineering fundamentals, and the ability to travel to project sites as needed.