Fire Alarm Designer
Johnson Controls
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Philadelphia • Kentucky • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $45,000 - $93,000 per year
About the role
- Design fire alarm systems for commercial projects, serving as design lead and guiding CAD Support Technicians
- Ensure code compliance, develop technical submissions, and support project execution from design through commissioning
- Lead design efforts and coordinate with CAD teams
- Review and optimize system designs for compliance and efficiency
- Prepare detailed drawings, calculations, and bill of materials
- Support Project Managers and field teams with technical guidance
- Attend design and coordination meetings
- Mentor CAD Support Technicians and ensure quality of deliverables
- Track project hours and ensure alignment with estimates
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with NFPA 72 and fire alarm systems
- Strong design, estimating, and project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and reading architectural/electrical diagrams
- Ability to obtain necessary licenses
- Full-time availability
- 5+ years in Fire/Security system design (preferred)
- NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems (preferred)
- Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical, or Drafting (AutoCAD), or equivalent experience (preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive salary and incentive plan
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation to promote work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K matching, medical, dental, and vision care, all available from day one
- An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation
- On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
- A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
fire alarm systems designcode compliancetechnical submissionssystem design optimizationdetailed drawings preparationcalculationsbill of materialsproject managementestimatingreading architectural diagrams
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationcoordinationtechnical guidanceorganizational skills
Certifications
NICET Level II in Fire Alarm Systemslicenses