Senior Fire Alarm System Designer - Lead CAD & NFPA

Sciens Building Solutions; Jurupa Valley (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional career development

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm System Designer to lead the design and engineering of fire alarm systems per NFPA codes and project specs. The role focuses on accuracy, timely delivery, and compliance, interfacing with CAD operators, project managers, and sales.

A team leadership mindset and strong drafting skills are essential. Ideal candidates bring manufacturer/in-house training and hands-on experience, plus NICET III certification and a deep understanding of NFPA 72.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience designing commercial fire detection systems.
• NICET III certification in Fire Alarm and/or Special Hazards.
• Strong working knowledge of fire alarm codes and operations.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and related drafting software.
• Ability to read and interpret fire alarm project drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design systems in accordance with NFPA and project specifications.
• Review designs with the design team and drafters for accuracy.
• Develop floor plans, riser diagrams, schematics, power calculations, and control panel layouts using AutoCAD.
• Review all designs before submission to ensure quality and code compliance.
• Lead a team and work with sales and project managers to optimize design efficiency.
• Support the design and engineering department to improve service quality.

Skills

Fire alarm design

NFPA codes

AutoCAD

NICET III

Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm System Designer to lead the design and engineering of fire alarm systems per NFPA codes and project specs. The role focuses on accuracy, timely delivery, and compliance, interfacing with CAD operators, project managers, and sales.

A team leadership mindset and strong drafting skills are essential. Ideal candidates bring manufacturer/in-house training and hands-on experience, plus NICET III certification and a deep understanding of NFPA 72.