Senior Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Siemens; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer for a hybrid position in Plano, TX, serving the greater Dallas area. You will select product mixes, prepare submittals, design fire alarm layouts, and perform electrical calculations while collaborating with sales and project teams to ensure project success.

Required: 4+ years in fire alarm design, NICET I (to attain NICET II within 1 year), and strong AutoCAD/Microsoft Office skills. Texas APS Stamp and U.S. work authorization preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 5+ years of fire system design experience preferred.
• 4+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems.
• NICET I - Fire Alarm Systems certification, willingness to obtain NICET II within 1 year.
• 4+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Choose the most cost-effective mix of products and installation methods.
• Prepare submittals and schedules; order products and equipment.
• Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to verify estimates and layouts.
• Design fire alarm systems for buildings with floorplan drawings, riser diagrams, and device layouts.
• Provide electrical calculations such as battery and voltage drop calculations; sizing of power supplies.
• Coordinate with sales and management to ensure scoping and documentation meet client needs.
• Perform quality assurance; mentor and guide the design team.

Skills

Fire alarm design

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Reading diagrams

Education

NICET I - Fire Alarm Systems

Texas APS Stamp

EIT/ASHRAE/NICET II or III - Fire Alarm Systems/CISSP

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Location: This role will support our Plano, TX branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Dallas, TX area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation!We know that the only way a business thrivesis if our people are thriving.That’swhy we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

OurSmart Buildingshelp to create efficient, safe, adaptable, andresponsible environments. Our aimisn’estjust about improvingbuildings;it’sabout creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineerscreate unique design solutions to meet specific customer requirements for commercial building fire alarm systems in new and existing facilities. This team member makes recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability.

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining the flexibility of remote work with the benefits of in-person collaboration. Team members may be required from time to time to visit the Siemens local office and/or worksite based on project expectations, with the remaining time remote. Specific scheduling may vary based on team needs, project timelines, and individual performance.

As a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer, you will:

• Choose the appropriate mix of products and installation methods to provide the most cost-effective solution.
• Prepare submittals and schedules; handle the ordering of products and equipment.
• Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
• Design fire alarm systems for buildings, including floorplan drawings for system device locations, riser diagrams, device wiring details, panel mounting and wiring details, bills of materials, and sequences of operations to meet the intent of the project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Provide general electrical calculations, including battery calculations, voltage drop calculations, conduit fills, power supply sizing, etc. and prepare engineering re-estimates and follow up with appropriate sales and management to ensure understanding of and satisfaction with job scope.
• Follow up with sales and management to ensure job scope, specifications, and schematics will meet customer needs and provide start-up and checkout documentation to the Project Manager for use in commissioning and validation.
• Perform quality assurance; peer-review engineering documents and mentor, train, and direct the design activities of the engineering team.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Candidates with at least 5 years of fire system design experience will also be considered
• 4+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems
• Must be able to demonstrate:
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals of fire systems or equivalent field experience with fire system controls
  • Knowledge of the following fire alarm system components: fire alarm panels, strobe booster panels, spot detectors (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide), duct-mounted smoke detectors, projected beam smoke detectors, aspirating smoke detectors (VESDA), monitor modules, relay modules (form A and form C), manual pull stations, notification devices (speaker/strobes, horn/strobes, strobes, bells), Class A/Class B/Class X circuits, state and local fire codes, and NFPA 72 national fire code
  • The ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams
  • Knowledge of fire alarm system components
• NICET I - Fire Alarm Systems certification and ability and willingness to obtain NICET II within 1 year
• 4+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design; proficient in Microsoft Office
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’sDegree
• Texas APS Stamp
• EIT, ASHRE, NICET II or III - Fire Alarm Systems, or CISSP certifications

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology withpurposeadding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $59,048 - $101,225 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.