Fire Protection Designer - Fire Alarm

Exton, PA – Full time, hybrid (on site in Exton with remote flexibility)

About the role

This is an opportunity to join an employee-owned fire protection company serving both local and national commercial clients. The company is looking to grow its design team and is open to candidates ranging from recent engineering graduates to experienced fire protection designers.

Responsibilities

• Design commercial fire alarm and fire suppression systems using AutoCAD, with additional exposure to Revit or BIM-based workflows
• Create drawings and layouts for commercial projects
• Support site surveys and assist with customer proposals as needed

The company structures responsibilities around each employee’s background, so day-to-day duties may vary depending on whether a candidate comes from a fire alarm design, fire suppression design, or mechanical or electrical engineering background. There is a path to grow into a leadership role for designers interested in taking that on.

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience in fire protection design
• Ability to work on site in Exton, PA with occasional remote flexibility

Qualifications

• Prior experience in commercial fire alarm design, fire suppression design, or fire protection design
• Experience with Revit or BIM
• NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems or Fire Sprinkler Systems
• Familiarity with NFPA code requirements
• Experience supporting site surveys or customer-facing proposals

Pay

$70,000 - $120,000 per year

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work flexibility