Electrical Drafter

Responsibilities

• Create and update electrical and low-voltage design drawings using AutoCAD, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Finalize wiring schematics and low-voltage design documentation for fire alarm and related systems.
• Translate fire alarm system concepts into clear, detailed electrical and low-voltage design plans.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand project specifications for fire alarm annunciators, custom control panels, jail panels, smoke control panels, and graphic maps.
• Support the design and documentation of driver systems within fire alarm and low-voltage projects.
• Incorporate understanding of electronic circuitry into design work to improve system reliability and performance.
• Review and refine existing drawings and schematics to meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Maintain organized project files and design records for both local and international projects.
• Learn and, over time, utilize metallics software to assist in finalizing designs and schematics, as needed.
• Work independently on assigned projects, managing your own workload without micromanagement while meeting deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and documentation standards.
• Participate in obtaining and applying relevant certificates for projects, supporting compliance and quality assurance.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as an electrical or low-voltage designer with strong proficiency in AutoCAD, OR at least 1 year of experience as a fire alarm technician with hands-on experience finalizing wiring schematics and low-voltage design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for creating and modifying electrical and low-voltage drawings.
• Experience with fire alarm systems, including understanding of fire alarm design or field installation.
• Ability to finalize wiring schematics and low-voltage design documentation accurately.
• Knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems and components.
• Interest in learning and using metallics software to finalize designs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings and documentation.
• Able to work independently on individual projects and manage time effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for documenting and discussing design work.