Life Safety Systems Designer-Fire Alarm

PTS Advance • Contract • Austin, Texas • 1w ago

Details:

A leading engineering and design organization is seeking Life Safety Systems (LSS) Designers to support advanced facility projects across multiple U.S. office locations. This position plays a key role in delivering complex life safety and low-voltage design packages in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Candidates will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and design leads while working in AutoCAD and Revit MEP to develop high-quality 3D models and life safety system layouts.

Location: Austin, TX | Phoenix, AZ | Pittsburgh, PA | Albany, NY | Portland, OR

Key Responsibilities

Develop and support 3D BIM models in AutoCAD and Revit MEP for life safety and security systems
Prepare design layouts for:
- Fire Alarm Detection Systems
- Voice Evacuation Systems
- VESDA
- Gas Detection & HPM Leak Detection
- Toxic Gas Management Systems
- Access Control & CCTV
- Security and Intrusion Detection Systems
Coordinate design activities with multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
Produce accurate drawings, documentation, and design packages for review and construction

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of AutoCAD experience
Experience designing or drafting life safety, fire alarm, gas detection, security, or low-voltage systems
Familiarity with Revit (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

3–5 years of Life Safety Systems design experience
Knowledge of:
- IFC, IBC
- NFPA 70
- NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
- NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Experience with fire/life safety system manufacturers and equipment
Industrial or advanced facilities design experience
Autodesk Certification (ACP) or similar drafting/design certifications