Fire Alarm System Designer

3 days ago


Mobile, Alabama, United States Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Alarm System Designer to join our team at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for producing detailed design documents for Fire Alarm and Special Hazard Suppression Systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop fire alarm systems and special hazard suppression systems using AutoCAD and other software.
  • Conduct field surveys to ensure proper design and fit.
  • Work with sales, operations, and other design staff to interpret project specifications.
  • Ensure proper approvals are obtained for design work.
  • Collaborate with project managers to develop project timelines and produce designs according to schedule.
  • Maintain proper project documentation, including submittals and approvals.
  • Provide consultation and support to project managers regarding design changes.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Applicable degree from a technical school or college is a plus.
  • Proficient use of AutoCAD to autonomously design fire alarm systems.
  • Minimum of 3 years of fire alarm system design experience.
  • NICET II certification in Fire Alarm Systems is preferred.
  • NICET certifications in Special Hazard Systems is preferred.
  • Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA 70, NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and International Fire Code (IFC).
  • Strong math skills.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to travel occasionally.
  • Ability to work overtime when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years of fire alarm system design and 2+ years of special hazard system design experience.
  • Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA 12, NFPA 2001, and/or NFPA 770.
  • Proficient use of AutoCAD to autonomously design special hazard systems (CO2, Clean Agent, Water Mist).
  • Proficient use of FireCAD to design fire alarm systems.
  • Experience performing job-site field checks/surveys.
  • Ability to utilize BIM (Building Information Modeling), 3D CAD environment.
  • TWIC Card preferred.
What We Offer
  • Excellent pay.
  • Medical, dental, vision.
  • Company paid life insurance.
  • Company paid short term disability.
  • 401K with employer match.
  • Paid vacation and company holidays.
  • Company vehicle (if job applicable).

Pye Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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