Fire Alarm and Security Systems Designer

Description

Fire Alarm and Security Systems Designer

Position Description

About RapidFire Safety & Security

RapidFire Safety & Security is a leading provider of fire life safety and security solutions, earning customer trust by delivering exceptional value through strategic acquisitions, allowing us to drive organic growth in every market through the excellence of our teammates.

Job Summary

RapidFire Safety & Security is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Fire Alarm and Security Systems Designer to join our growing team. The Designer is responsible for preparing parts lists and cost estimates for the installation of Code Compliant Fire Alarm Systems. The Designer will be responsible for designing fire alarm systems for our field representatives and Inside Sales Reps for presentation to commercial customers. This role requires a strong understanding of NFPA codes, local regulations, and construction practices, with a focus on leveraging CAD software for efficient and accurate designs. The ability to design electronic detection, video, and access control and fire alarm systems is also a plus. This position will analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product and or service. 

Responsibilities

· The AutoCAD Designer oversees the design of various commercial fire alarm construction project designs

· They work very closely with Field Operations and Customer

· The AutoCAD Designer's direct supervisor will be the CAD Manager

· As a Full-Time CAD Designer, you will play a key role in crafting accurate CAD format packages for our fire alarm plans

· Design Coordination: Managing multiple projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with project hours and different construction phases

· Technical Oversight: Reviewing project scope, product specifications, and fire life safety code compliance for consistency with project specifications, AHJ requirements, and engineer/architect input

· Detailed Layouts: Preparing comprehensive system layouts, including floor plans, Bill of Materials (BOM), sequences of operations, riser diagrams, panel layouts, and calculations

· Revision Expertise: Updating plans based on field changes to create precise as-built drawings

· Effective Communication: Maintaining clear and consistent communication with external customers and internal teams regarding design updates, timelines, and approvals

· Document Presentation: Utilizing in-house printing resources to present your designs professionally

· Special Projects: Taking on additional assignments as delegated by our Operations team

Knowledge, Skill & Other Requirements

· Experience in designing other Fire and/or Life Safety systems a plus

· Experience in designing Security and Access Control systems a plus

· Our ideal AutoCAD Designer will possess:

· Code Knowledge: Familiarity with NFPA 72 for Fire Life Safety Code

· Industry Experience: 2 years minimum of fire alarm design experience (electrical design experience will be considered)

· Construction Understanding: A background in construction is advantageous

· Blueprint Reading: Capability to interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans, layouts, and diagrams

· Time Management: Strong organizational skills to meet project timelines

· Positive Attitude: A professional demeanor and a positive outlook

· Expert Communicator: Able to handle all forms of communication (email, phone call, and verbal) with ease