Fire Alarm Designer (REMOTE)

Responsibilities Lead design of fire alarm systems for SimplexGrinnell projects, acting as the design lead on large, complex, multi‑faced projects and directing other design team members. Organize and plan own workload, help direct workload of other design team members, and collaborate with other design teams as required. Provide stamped approval of drawings when licensed or certified. Facilitate reviews of initial designs of high complexity to provide value‑engineered, code‑compliant solutions. Coordinate with design team members to prepare fully detailed technical submissions, including detailed schematics and drawings to meet design criteria. Oversee CAD Support Technicians in preparing project submissions for high‑complexity systems. Complete detailed calculations to verify system design meets code and standard requirements. Maximize project load by overseeing multiple CAD Support Technicians working on projects simultaneously. 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 with CAD Support Technicians for equipment application, compatibility, and compliance. Contribute project support for project managers once orders have been received to help maintain or improve project margins. Review equipment application, research outside purchases, and ensure equipment compatibility. Provide answers to customers, contractors, and authorities during the project as needed. Collaborate with the Project Manager during system commissioning to verify system performance against the design. Support field technical staff and other design team members with technical support and design inquiries. Provide pre‑sales estimate support to the sales and project management teams. Mentor and guide CAD Support Technicians in completing project deliverables. Perform CAD duties on assigned projects when a CAD person is not available. Direct, support, and review work product provided by CAD Support Technicians. Monitor actual hours to ensure all time is properly coded to projects and within estimated hours. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Drafting (AutoCAD) preferred, or equivalent field experience. NICET LevelIII or above required. Minimum of 10years’ experience in design of fire and security systems. Demonstrated ability in drafting/CAD, computer skills in estimating/pricing, and project management. Experience with fire alarm, security, nurse call, CCTV, and/or construction industry systems. 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 (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Adobe). Effective written and oral communication skills. Salary & Benefits Hir salary range: $85,200–$117,000 (determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, internal equity, and market data). This role includes a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here. #J-18808-Ljbffr YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai