Designer-Fire Alarm/Low Voltage

7 days ago

San Diego, CA, United States HCI Systems Full time
Overview

We are seeking skilled Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage, Designers and Senior Designers to join our team. In this role you will design and generate fire and low voltage shop drawings, as well as prepare technical submittals, RFI's and closeout documents.

Responsibilities

  • The design and/or drafting of fire life safety and other low voltage shop drawings for multi-family, high-rise, military, and commercial buildings.
  • Work closely with the HCI Project Managers and Account Executives to complete accurate designs and prepare submittals in a timely and professional manner.
  • Manage and update electronic and physical engineering libraries including job folders, equipment manuals, technical data sheets, brochures, and templates.
  • Apply company and National CAD Standards to shop drawings.
  • Resolve design problems through research of multiple alternatives.
  • Coordinate designs with other trades and building owners as needed to create a complete design.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics, and operational product manuals.
  • Identify out of scope work, design flaws by review of the contract documents, proposal, plans, and specifications provided.
  • Identify and assist with suggested solutions for an efficient design.
  • Assist with all questions and concerns on the design in a timely and professional manner.
  • Effectively communicate project status to management.
  • Perform document control tasks such as printing, downloading, and filing.
  • Perform take-offs (counts) on plans.
  • Complete all appropriate company paperwork as required.
Qualifications
  • Strong computer skills including a solid background in AutoCAD is a requirement.
  • Familiar with CBC, CFC, CMC, CEC/NEC, NFPA 72, UFC codes and City Municipal Codes as it pertains to Fire Alarm Systems
  • Industry related NICET, RCDD or similar certification is desired.
  • Computer proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam.
  • Must have excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be self-motivated, have strong organizational skills, a multi-tasker, reliable, self-determined and have excellent follow up skills.
  • Possess the ability to take the initiative to get a project completed.
  • Applicants must meet requirements in relation to background and driving record.
  • Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
HCI Systems Inc. is a licensed C-7, C-10 and C-16 low voltage systems integration contractor offering a full spectrum of services including sales, engineering, installation, service, and maintenance with over 600 employees in our seven branches. We offer fire life safety, fire suppression, fire sprinkler, access control, video management, intrusion detection, structured cable, nurse call and other related electronic detection solutions to our customers.

Why Join Us?
  • Unlimited Growth - Our expanding product lines and markets drive consistent double-digit growth, creating ongoing opportunities for advancement.
  • Comprehensive Benefits - Enjoy 401(k) with matching, reduced-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending accounts. Additional voluntary benefits include life insurance, disability, and accident coverage.
  • Paid Time Off - Recharge with paid holidays and our PTO plan
  • Weekly Pay - Get paid every Friday.
  • Employee Perks - From appreciation events and department outings to wellness programs and pet insurance, we invest in our team's well-being.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HCI is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment and give equal opportunity considerations to applicants and employees regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances ("Protected Classifications"). HCI will reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities as required by law, if the person is otherwise qualified to perform all the essential functions of the position safely and competently.

Pay Range

USD $25.00 - USD $33.00 /Hr.

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