Fire Alarm Designers

2 weeks, 5 days ago
Full-time
Senior
IoT and Embedded Systems
Jensen Hughes

Jensen Hughes

Jensen Hughes is a global leader in safety, security, and risk-based engineering and consulting services for the built environment. With a team of engineers, scientists, and consultants, they offer a wide range of services including fire protection sys...

Construction & Engineering
1K-5K
Founded 1980

Description

  • Lead fire alarm and mass notification system design from concept through construction, including layouts, device placement, riser diagrams, sequences of operation, and calculations.
  • Develop code-compliant fire alarm drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and technical reports using REVIT, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
  • Review architectural and engineering drawings to ensure life safety and fire code compliance.
  • Act as the owner’s representative for fire alarm systems during design, construction, and commissioning phases.
  • Conduct site assessments and field surveys to evaluate existing conditions and fire alarm installations.
  • Prepare and review design, shop drawing, and construction submittals for compliance with codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Support testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities, including test plans, witnessing tests, and documenting results.
  • Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, AHJs, and internal project teams.
  • Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and project status directly to clients.
  • Manage technical project aspects, including schedules, workload planning, and scope adherence.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, including support for NICET development and training.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of progressive experience in fire alarm system design, consulting, or inspection.
  • Proficiency with REVIT, AutoCAD, or other industry design software.
  • NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems preferred, with NICET Level II or higher strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with ASPIRE™ software is a plus.
  • Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes, life safety standards, and local jurisdictional requirements.
  • Experience with mass notification systems and integrated life safety solutions preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting client and schedule commitments.
  • Significant industry experience in fire alarm system design, inspection, or code consulting is desired.
  • Willingness to relocate temporarily or permanently, or travel weekly to the job site, as needed.

Benefits

  • Relocation support is offered for candidates with the right experience.
  • Flexible relocation options include permanent relocation, short-term relocation with a 1-year commitment, or weekly travel to the job site.
  • Opportunity to work on a fast-paced project at a large semiconductor facility.
  • Equal opportunity employer status with consideration regardless of protected characteristics.

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