About this role
About Us
We are a nationally recognized fire protection company that engineers, fabricates, and installs fire sprinkler systems and alarms for structures including commercial buildings, government buildings, healthcare facilities, high-rise condominiums, and mixed-use projects.
Job Summary
Northstar is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer. In this position you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the work assigned to include fire alarm, VESDA, and special hazard systems and components.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for design of fire alarm, VESDA, clean agent, and control systems.
- Responsible for assisting in all communication regarding the project status with both customer base as well as the internal communications.
- Assist in design schedules to meet the required schedule work in progress meetings and milestones.
- Assist with design, bill of materials, and scheduling as needed.
- Work with field Superintendents and Project Managers for project needs and progress.
- Operate AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, and Navisworks.
- Complete fire protection 2D designs as needed.
- Other duties assigned.
Qualifications
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience required.
- Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks.
- Experience in large construction projects preferred.
- Experience in mechanical, electrical, or fire protection design preferred.
- Experience in high paced, large construction projects preferred.
- Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required
Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledNotice to Prospective Employees
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About Northstar Fire Protection of Texas, Inc.
Headquartered in Austin, Northstar Fire Protection of Texas, Inc. has been on the fore-front of the fire protection industry since 1980. With offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Atlanta, Northstar Fire Protection of Texas, Inc. has grown to be a nationally recognized company that engineers, fabricates, and installs fire sprinkler
systems for commercial buildings, government buildings, healthcare facilities, high-rise condominiums, and many other mixed-use projects.
Northstar Fire Protection of Texas, Inc. is certified by the National Institute for the Certification of Engineering Technologies (NICET) and a member of the following associations:
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)
• Fire Sprinkler Contractor’s Association of Texas (FSCATX)
What you'll do
- The Fire Alarm Designer will manage all aspects of fire alarm, VESDA, and special hazard systems. Responsibilities include design, communication with customers, and coordination with project managers and superintendents.
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