We are seeking a Fire Alarm CAD Designer to join our growing fire alarm division. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented designer to contribute to meaningful projects that protect lives and property across the Atlanta metro area. As part of a family-owned company with four decades of excellence, you’ll collaborate daily with seasoned professionals like sales executives, project managers, and division managers. The Fire Alarm CAD Designer will play a vital role in transforming project specifications into accurate, code-compliant fire alarm system drawings, directly supporting our mission of delivering best-in-class fire protection solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and prepare detailed AutoCAD drawings for fire alarm and detection systems, including layouts, diagrams, device placement, wiring, and control equipment.
- Interpret architectural, electrical, and mechanical drawings to incorporate fire alarm system requirements.
- Coordinate designs with other disciplines (sprinkler, suppression, electrical, mechanical).
- Ensure designs comply with NFPA 72 and local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements.
- Generate submittals and as-built drawings in accordance with project specifications.
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, sales, subs, and field technicians to deliver effective solutions.
- Assist with permitting packages and respond to comments from AHJs or general contractors.
- Maintain organized digital drawing files and adhere to company drafting standards.
Qualifications
- Required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (4+ years minimum) with demonstrated experience in fire alarm or related low-voltage system design.
- Familiarity with NFPA 72 and basic electrical codes.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, architectural and engineering plans.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Previous work in a fire protection company environment.
- Preferred
- NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems.
- Experience with fire alarm / engineered system manufacturer software (e.g., Notifier, Fike, EST, Honeywell, etc.).
- Knowledge of fire alarm integration with sprinkler and suppression systems.
Why Join Fire Systems, Inc.?
- Family-owned culture – supportive, loyal, and long-term oriented.
- Stability & growth – 40 years serving Atlanta with a reputation for excellence.
- Learning environment – work alongside industry experts with decades of experience.
- Competitive compensation with benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, retirement plan).
- Opportunity for career growth through NICET certification support and cross-training in other fire protection disciplines.
As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Fire Systems, Inc. includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance - 100% Employer Paid for Individual + 25% Employer Paid for Dependents
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Individual and Dependent Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- All expenses paid training for professional development
- PTO + weekly paychecks
- Performance Bonus
Fire Systems, Inc. is a family-owned fire protection company established in 1986, committed to providing top-tier fire protection services - fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and special hazard fire suppression systems. We protect some of Georgia's most important buildings. With a strong reputation and a high tenure of management staff, we pride ourselves on creating a stable and supportive company culture.