BDA​/ERRCS Designer

About Fortis Fire & Safety

At Fortis Fire & Safety, we provide industry-leading fire protection & security services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago, and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

We are proud to work together as one team under the Fortis Fire & Safety family, which includes CJ Suppression, Diversified Systems, Inc., Integrated Fire & Security Solutions, Life Safety Management, Piper Fire Protection, and VFS Fire & Security Services. United by a shared mission, we deliver comprehensive fire protection and security solutions nationwide.

Joining Fortis means becoming part of a nationwide, next‑generation fire protection company. We’re dedicated to a People‑First philosophy, investing in our team through training and development and a competitive benefits package. In return, we expect the very best from each of our employees every day.

If you are ready to be exceptional in your chosen career, apply to work with us today!

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Company Paid Holidays
• Additional paid time off for life events (e.g., jury duty, bereavement)
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
  Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company‑paid life and short‑term disability insurance
• Supplemental Long‑term Disability and Life Insurance Packages
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

This is a general overview of benefits. Specific eligibility and coverage details will be provided during the hiring process.

VFS Fire & Security is expanding its BDA/ERRCS (Public Safety DAS) division and seeking an experienced Designer/Estimator to join our team in Orange, CA. This role is ideal for someone who understands code‑driven life safety systems, can translate requirements into compliant designs and accurate estimates, and wants to be part of a growing, technically strong in‑house team—not a remote drafting mill.

You’ll work closely with operations, sales, and field leadership to support design‑build projects, plan review responses, bid support, and system optimization for BDA/ERRCS installations. As part of a stable, well‑established fire protection company, you’ll join a growing BDA/ERRCS market with strong leadership support, in‑house design and estimating (no outsourcing), and a clear path for growth as this segment expands.

• Design BDA/ERRCS (Public Safety DAS) systems in compliance with: IFC, NFPA, and local AHJ requirements
• Perform takeoffs and estimating for BDA/ERRCS projects
• Develop and review:
  • Coverage layouts
  • Riser diagrams
  • Equipment schedules
  • Signal strength test data (when applicable)
• Support sales and operations with:
  • Pre‑bid reviews
  • Scope clarification
  • Value engineering
• Coordinate with AHJs, GC teams, and internal project managers
• Maintain documentation for plan submittals and closeout packages

• 5+ years experience with BDA/ERRCS or DAS systems (design, estimating, or both)
• RF or DAS‑specific training/certifications
• Strong understanding of fire/life safety and low‑voltage systems. Fire alarm or life safety system background highly preferred
• Familiarity with:
  • IFC / NFPA requirements
  • Public Safety radio enhancement systems
• Ability to read architectural, electrical, and fire alarm drawings
• Comfortable working in‑office with cross‑functional teams
• AutoCAD or similar design software experience preferred

• Experience supporting AHJ plan reviews or testing coordination

$95,000 - $120,000 USD

This pay range reflects the compensation rate Fortis Fire & Safety reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as experience and skillset. This role is also eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, pet insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, etc.

This role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, movement around the office or job site, and operation of standard equipment. Physical activities can include reaching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs.…