Designer- Fire Alarm-Low Voltage/Security

Responsibilities

• Design and/or draft low voltage and security system shop drawings, including Fire alarm and life safety systems, Access control systems, Video surveillance (CCTV/VMS), Intrusion detection systems, Structured cabling and other related low voltage systems
• Support projects for multi-family, high-rise, and commercial buildings
• Work closely with HCI Project Managers and Account Executives to complete accurate designs and prepare submittals in a timely and professional manner
• Prepare and manage technical submittals, product cut sheets, calculations, RFIs, and closeout documentation
• Apply company standards and National CAD Standards to all shop drawings
• Manage and update electronic and physical engineering libraries, including job folders, equipment manuals, technical data sheets, brochures, and templates
• Resolve design challenges through research and evaluation of multiple design alternatives
• Cookordinate designs with other trades, AHJs, and building owners to ensure complete and compliant system designs
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics, and operational product manuals
• Identify out-of-scope work and design conflicts by reviewing contract documents, proposals, plans, and specifications
• Aid in developing efficient, code-compliant design solutions
• Respond to design-related questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and design issues to management
• Perform document control tasks including printing, downloading, and filing
• Complete all required company paperwork accurately and on time

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills including a solid background in AutoCAD is a requirement
• Experience designing low voltage and security systems, including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection
• Industry related 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