CAD Designer Fire Alarm and Low Voltage Systems

Use AutoCAD to prepare detailed layouts of fire alarm systems, low voltage infrastructure, drawings, calculations, sketches, and diagrams. Details must include all views and dimensions necessary for efficient field installation. Prepare submittals, ensure timely project schedules, and demonstrate a solid understanding of design/drafting techniques, fire alarm terminology, low voltage systems, and necessary calculations.

Assist the Project Manager with key project engineering tasks, including the preparation and tracking of shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and permit applications. This includes processing permits, resolving AHJ comments, supporting material ordering and delivery tracking, conducting quality control reviews on drawings and calculations, and providing general project engineering support as needed.

• Three years related experience and/or training in fire alarm and/or low voltage design
• Three years of experience in AutoCAD and fire alarm design tools
• Experience designing systems from manufacturers such as Potter, Silent Knight, or equivalent networked fire alarm platforms
• High School Diploma
• Valid driver’s license
• AutoCAD
• Ability to multi-task
• Organized

• Five years related experience and/or training in fire alarm and/or low voltage design and experience in AutoCAD/FireCAD and fire alarm design tools
• NICET II or higher certification (we support continued certification and professional development).
• Knowledge of the Low Voltage or Electrical industry
• Experience with integrated low voltage systems (fire alarm + access control, surveillance, structured cabling, etc.).

• Develop shop drawings, voltage/battery calculations, equipment lists, and low voltage designs with a strong focus on NFPA, local, and state code compliance, project specifications, and efficient, cost-effective field installation.
• Complete accurate field surveys as needed.
• Coordinate shop drawings with the MEP team, General Contractor, and other trades.
• Develop submittal packages for AHJs, contractors, and owners. Obtain all required approvals.
• Provide record set shop drawings at project closeout based on as-built markups.
• Review AHJ comments, make corrections, and communicate effectively with authorities and electrical contractors.
• Conduct quality control reviews on shop drawings, calculations, and equipment submittals.
• Lead hand-off meetings from design to field technicians, clearly explaining the system layout, scope, and installation details.
• Design and draft projects using the latest version of AutoCAD, with a fundamental understanding of NFPA 72, NFPA 70, IBC, OSSC, and all associated codes and standards..
• Support integrated low voltage designs, including fire alarm integration with access control, surveillance, and structured cabling systems.
• Assist the Project Manager with shop drawing coordination and revisions.
• Prepare, track, and manage submittals, RFIs, and permit applications through the approval process.
• Support permit processing, tracking, and resolution of AHJ comments.
• Assist with material ordering, delivery tracking, and coordination with suppliers and vendors.
• Handle project-related calls, correspondence, and documentation with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Track project progress, timelines, and deliverables to help keep projects on schedule.
• Conduct quality control reviews on drawings, calculations, and submittals.
• Perform other project engineering duties as assigned to support successful project execution.

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude for voltage drop, battery calculations, and system sizing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), AutoCAD, fire alarm design tools, and related software.
• Working knowledge of low voltage calculations, equipment configuration, and project design.
• Practical experience designing fire alarm systems of varying complexity, including networked systems, smoke control, emergency communication systems (ECS), VESDA, and more.
• Familiarity with…