Fire Alarm Lead Designer

Oliver Fire Protection and Security is a successful, diversified, family-owned business serving the fire protection community since 1957. Oliver Fire Protection & Security has a well-distinguished history of fire protection and security in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Our core values respect our employees’ worth and contributions, emphasize teamwork, and offer opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a Fire Alarm Designer, you are responsible to produce quality life safety designs that meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards. Primary Objectives of Position Design of Fire Alarm/Mass Notification/Security Alarm systems in AutoCAD for shop and record drawings. Communicate with the customer, Design Manager, sales persons and project managers for status updates of assigned jobs. Perform battery and voltage drop calculations for fire alarm systems. Produce submittal package comprising of drawings, calculations and datasheets for permits. Support contract sales efforts by reviewing plans, specifications, and bids for technical accuracy and best practices. Participate in weekly design meetings. Participate in all job kick-off meetings, when requested. Assist entry to mid-level designers when requested by Design Manager. Maintain knowledge of latest materials and techniques of design and installation. Participate in industry organizations pertinent to the design or code requirements of alarm systems. Timely creation and submittal of O&M packages for completed projects. Timely creation and submission of RFI’s for projects assigned to you. Perform site surveys to gather pertinent information when necessary. Work with Permit Coordinator to submit drawings, documentation and completed applications for permitting to the proper municipalities and/or authorities with the appropriate transmittal forms. Education and Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelors’ degree preferred 5+ years of experience as a fire alarm designer NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level III or higher Delaware Fire Alarm License Holder preferred Proficient in the use of AutoCAD VESDA design capability preferred Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings Microsoft Office experience required (Outlook, Excel, Word) Ability to multitask successfully Must have a valid driver’s license & pass pre-employment drug screening & background checks Oliver Fire Protection offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, and Profit‑sharing program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oliver Fire Protection & Security