Senior Fire Alarm Systems Designer

HCI Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

HCI Systems Inc. in San Diego seeks skilled Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage Designers and Senior Designers to join our team. You will design and generate fire and low voltage shop drawings, as well as prepare technical submittals, RFIs and closeout documents.

Responsibilities include coordinating with project managers, maintaining libraries, applying CAD standards, and performing take-offs while ensuring timely, accurate design work. Strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with AutoCAD required.
• Familiar with CBC, CFC, CMC, CEC/NEC, NFPA 72, UFC and City Codes for Fire Alarm systems.
• NICET, RCDD or similar certification is desirable.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam is expected.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to take initiative to complete projects.
• Background and driving record requirements apply.
• Regular, reliable attendance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft fire life safety and low voltage shop drawings for multifamily, high-rise, military and commercial buildings.
• Coordinate with project managers and account executives to prepare submittals in a timely, professional manner.
• Manage engineering libraries, manuals, data sheets, and templates.
• Apply National CAD Standards to shop drawings and resolve design issues.
• Coordinate designs with other trades and owners as needed.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and specifications to identify issues.
• Perform take-offs on plans and ensure complete documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Take initiative

Attendance reliability

Education

NICET or RCDD certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

HCI Systems Inc. in San Diego seeks skilled Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage Designers and Senior Designers to join our team. You will design and generate fire and low voltage shop drawings, as well as prepare technical submittals, RFIs and closeout documents.

Responsibilities include coordinating with project managers, maintaining libraries, applying CAD standards, and performing take-offs while ensuring timely, accurate design work. Strong writing and communication skills are essential.