Fire Alarm Designer

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

• 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.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education and 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 certification 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short‑term & Long‑term Disability
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full‑service fire protection companies in the Southeast, offering a wide range of positions, career growth opportunities, and an empowering work environment. We support and hire Veterans and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.