Life Safety Systems Designer-Fire Alarm

Life Safety Systems (LSS) Designers

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

Why Apply?

• Gain hands-on experience with advanced, multidisciplinary projects

• Work with cutting-edge facility and safety system technology

• Opportunity to grow into a long-term, permanent position

• Competitive hourly compensation