Fire Alarm Designer

About the role

Oliver Fire Protection & Security is a privately held, full‑service life safety provider serving the Northeast Corridor. Founded in 1957, Oliver is recognized for delivering quality fire protection, life safety, and security solutions while exceeding customer expectations. The company is committed to safety, customer service, teamwork, and long‑term career opportunities for its employees.

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Designer to join our Lebanon, NJ Fire Alarms team. In this role you will produce quality life safety designs that meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards, including fire alarm, mass notification, and security alarm system designs in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm, mass notification, and security alarm systems in AutoCAD for shop and record drawings.
• Communicate with customers, the Design Manager, salespeople, and project managers for status updates on assigned jobs.
• Perform battery and voltage drop calculations for fire alarm systems.
• Produce submittal packages including drawings, calculations, and datasheets for permits.
• Support contract sales efforts by reviewing plans, specifications, and bids for technical accuracy and best practices.
• Participate in weekly design meetings and job kick‑off meetings when requested.
• Assist entry‑to‑mid‑level designers when requested by the Design Manager.
• Maintain knowledge of the latest materials and techniques for design and installation, including industry organizations related to alarm system design or code requirements.
• Create and submit O&M packages, RFIs, permit drawings, documentation, and completed applications in a timely manner.
• Perform site surveys to gather pertinent information when necessary.