CAD Engineer - Fire Alarm Systems

CAD Engineer – Fire Alarm Systems

Location: Orland Park, IL – In-Office
Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience
Specialization: Fire Alarm System Design
Required Skills: CAD | Construction Drawings | Fire & Life Safety Codes
Certification: NICET Level I or II preferred
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability & 401(k)

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a CAD Engineer with fire alarm system design experience to join a growing life safety team in Orland Park, IL.

This role will support commercial projects from concept through completion, creating accurate and code-compliant fire alarm system designs while collaborating with engineering, project management, and field installation teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented CAD professional who understands fire protection systems and enjoys turning project specifications and construction documents into accurate, installation-ready designs.

What You'll Do

• Design and draft fire alarm system layouts using CAD software
• Create detailed and accurate drawings based on project specifications and requirements
• Read and interpret architectural drawings, construction documents, blueprints, and project plans
• Ensure fire alarm designs comply with applicable fire protection and life safety codes and standards
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field installation teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Revise and update drawings as project requirements, field conditions, or specifications change
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across drawings and project documentation
• Support projects from initial design through completion

What You'll Bring

• Experience designing fire alarm systems
• Proficiency with CAD software
• Knowledge of applicable fire protection and life safety codes and standards
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, project management, and field teams

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level I or II certification
• Previous experience within the construction or engineering industry
• Experience supporting commercial fire alarm or life safety projects
• Familiarity with coordinating designs for field installation teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits become available after 90 days and include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – company pays 75% of employee-only coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

Why Join?

• Competitive Compensation: $60,000–$80,000 based on experience
• Specialized Work: Focus on fire alarm and life safety system design for commercial projects
• Project Involvement: Support projects from initial design through completion
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with engineers, project managers, and field installation teams
• Growing Team: Join an expanding life safety organization with opportunities to develop your expertise
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, and disability benefits after 90 days

If you're a CAD professional with fire alarm system design experience who values accuracy, code compliance, and collaborative project execution, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.