Engineering Design Lead - Fire Alarm

About the role

This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office or fully remote.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare detailed fire alarm engineering drawings and construction documents for challenging fire alarm installations.
• Support field and project management teams throughout various stages of construction.
• Provide recommendations for changes to improve standards and procedures, as necessary.
• Respond to questions and address problems with appropriate resolutions and plan revisions.
• Stay informed of new fire alarm and safety codes, materials, technologies, and practices.
• Manage mid to large size projects while giving directions to other engineers and designers.
• Teach and mentor design team members as needed.
• Make decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.

Requirements

• A strong desire to learn about all things fire alarm construction with a commitment to being a dependable team player that will grow within the company.
• NICET level II or higher are required.
• Minimum 10+ years of fire alarm experience in designing fire alarm projects for educational facilities, high-rise buildings with smoke control, business buildings, Healthcare, heavy industrial and/or data center design experience a plus.
• Experience and proficiency using Revit, Autodesk, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office software.
• Moderate experience working with the NFPA 72 fire alarm code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Experience and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, assess multiple demands and manage priorities with a high degree of detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong independent problem-solving, customer service and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment in reporting problems.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• A strong desire to learn about all things fire alarm construction with a commitment to being a dependable team player that will grow within the company.
• NICET level II or higher are required.
• Minimum 10+ years of fire alarm experience in designing fire alarm projects for educational facilities, high-rise buildings with smoke control, business buildings, Healthcare, heavy industrial and/or data center design experience a plus.
• Experience and proficiency using Revit, Autodesk, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office software.
• Moderate experience working with the NFPA 72 fire alarm code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Experience and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, assess multiple demands and manage priorities with a high degree of detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong independent problem-solving, customer service and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment in reporting problems.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Working knowledge of designing a Vesda system using the Aspire software.
• Strict attention to detail when it comes to reading, interpreting and understanding electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong independent problem-solving, customer service and time management skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision).
• A robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Access to wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance programs.

Pay

$119,800 - $143,700 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Occasional travel to job sites is required.