Fire Design Engineer

Job Title

Fire Designer Engineer

The primary role of the Fire Designer Engineer is to design fire alarm systems for Johnson Controls projects, acting as a design lead on large complex multi‑faceted projects.

• Organize and plan own workload, help direct workload of less experienced design team members, and coordinate with other design teams.
• Facilitate reviews of initial designs of medium complexity to provide value‑engineered/code compliant solutions.
• Coordinate with CAD Support Technicians to prepare fully detailed technical submissions with complete detailed schematics and drawings.
• Oversee CAD Support Technicians in preparation of project submissions for medium‑complexity systems.
• Complete detailed calculations to verify system design meets code and standard requirements.
• Participate in pre/post project design meetings and attend customer/site coordination meetings as applicable.
• Develop bill of materials to facilitate construction.
• Examine completed submissions for equipment application, compatibility, and compliance with specifications.
• Provide support to Project Managers to assist in maintaining and/or improving project margins.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in design of Fire and Security systems.
• NICET Certification Level II, or Level I with Level II attainability.
• Experience with NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code).
• Experience in Fire Alarm, Security, Nurse Call, CCTV and/or Construction Industry.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability in drafting/CAD, computer skills estimating/pricing, and project management.
• Proficient in reading and understanding architectural and electrical diagrams.
• Knowledge of multiple electronic building systems.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical systems and their interface to fire alarm systems.
• Fundamental understanding of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Adobe.
• Effective written and oral communications.
• Ability to obtain appropriate licenses required by national, state, and local codes.
• Ability to work a full‑time schedule; available for local travel.
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Drafting (AutoCAD) or equivalent field experience.
• NICET Level III certification considered a plus.

Hiring Salary Range: $86,000–$111,000 (salary determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data). This role offers a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance. The position includes a competitive benefits package.

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