Fire Alarm Designer Wellins, Inc. - 4.0 Duluth, GA Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $120,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Computer operation Data center experience Construction regulatory compliance Regulatory compliance Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Electrical work permitting System design for system development Revit Analysis skills Driver's License Construction plans NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level
III NFPA 70
compliance Public permit project coordination Fire alarm system design Full Job Description Job Summary The Fire Alarm Designer is responsible for designing and coordinating fire alarm and life safety systems for commercial and industrial projects. This position prepares code-compliant designs, calculations, permit submittals, and shop drawings while coordinating with project teams, contractors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs). Occasional travel to project sites may be required. Key Responsibilities Design fire alarm and life safety systems in accordance with NFPA 72, applicable building and fire codes, project specifications, and AHJ requirements. Prepare fire alarm shop drawings, device layouts, floor plans, riser diagrams, details, and installation drawings. Prepare battery calculations, voltage-drop calculations, notification appliance circuit calculations, and other required design calculations. Develop sequence of operations, input/output matrices, and system interface requirements. Lay out initiating devices, notification appliances, control modules, monitor modules, duct detectors, smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, and other fire alarm devices. Coordinate fire alarm system interfaces with sprinkler systems, HVAC, smoke control, elevators, access control, emergency power, and other building systems. Prepare and submit permit packages to Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and respond to plan review comments. Coordinate fire alarm designs with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection drawings. Participate in project kickoff meetings, coordination meetings, and design reviews. Conduct field visits as needed to verify existing conditions and provide technical support during installation, testing, and commissioning. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, equipment vendors, and field personnel throughout the project. Prepare as-built drawings and project closeout documentation. Support contractor licensing, permit applications, and regulatory compliance for projects across multiple states. Stay current with NFPA standards, local codes, manufacturer requirements, and industry best practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications NICET Level III or higher Certification in Fire Alarm Systems . Must possess all applicable state-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for fire alarm system design where required. Minimum 5 years of fire alarm system design experience. Strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable IBC, IFC, NEC, and local building and fire code requirements. Experience preparing fire alarm layouts, riser diagrams, battery calculations, voltage-drop calculations, sequence of operations, and permit submittals. Experience coordinating fire alarm systems with sprinkler, HVAC, electrical, elevator, access control, and other building systems. Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection drawings. Experience working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and responding to plan review comments. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a remote work environment. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, semiconductor, or data center projects. Experience with addressable fire alarm systems and major fire alarm manufacturers. Experience supporting contractor licensing and permitting across multiple states. Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm/sprinkler system coordination. Experience with Revit and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Computer & Software Skills Proficient in AutoCAD. Experience with fire alarm design, calculation, and manufacturer-specific programming/design software. Experience with Revit/BIM is preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office and PDF markup/review software. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. Health insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO). Company-paid travel expenses for required job-site visits. Professional development and certification support.
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off
License/Certification:
NICET III CERTIFICATE
(Preferred) Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred)
