Grand Prairie, TX Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation CAD software Construction specifications Project documentation Computer literacy Spreadsheets Engineering Electrical drafting for building systems projects Word embeddings System design Engineering project drawing management Filing Mid-level Revit Associate's degree in drafting Construction plans Bachelor's degree in engineering Design engineering Desktop applications Associate's degree in engineering Productivity software Construction submittals Fire alarm system design Building information modeling (BIM) tools Associate's degree 2 years National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Permitting phase involvement Construction stakeholder coordination Local electrical codes Full Job Description Div. 21 - Fort Worth, TX Summary Responsible for designing fire alarm systems in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project specifications; collaborates closely with project managers, estimators, engineers, and field teams to produce accurate, code-compliant fire alarm drawings and documentation for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Design fire alarm systems in accordance with
NFPA 72, NFPA 70
(NEC), IBC, IFC, and local AHJ requirements. Prepare detailed fire alarm drawings, layouts, riser diagrams, and device calculations. Select appropriate fire alarm equipment and devices based on project scope and code requirements. Review architectural, electrical, and mechanical drawings to ensure proper system coordination. Coordinate designs with project managers, engineers, and field personnel. Prepare submittal packages, including product data, battery calculations, and sequence of operations. Respond to plan review comments and revise drawings as required. Support permitting and AHJ approval processes. Assist with design-build and value engineering solutions when applicable. Maintain organized project documentation and design files. Education and/or Experience Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Drafting, or related field, or equivalent industry experience; 2-5 years of fire alarm design experience; strong working knowledge of NFPA codes and local fire alarm requirements; proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit (preferred); familiarity with major fire alarm manufacturers and systems; ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications; NICET preferred. Computer Skills Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach with hands and arms, and/or climb a ladder. Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry! We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow.
Benefits include:
Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Life Insurance Short-term & Long-term Disability Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(K) with Company Match Employee Assistance Program Employee Relief Fund Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident Build a Career that Burns Bright! We support and hire Veterans and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
