Fire Alarm Designer

Founded in 1969, SEi is an Integrated Security Services company specializing in a variety of residential and commercial intrusion and fire alarm systems throughout the Midwest. SEi also provides access control, video solutions, and other integrated services. With our U.L. listed Customer Care Center, we provide monitoring services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

The Fire Alarm Designer will be responsible for developing, supporting, executing, and overall results of SEi's fire systems. This role will be responsible in the design of systems, training of sales and operations staff, and the knowledge and relationships with local market Codes and AHJ’s requirements that lead to profitable jobs / services for happy customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development and support of the Fire Design Program and its execution and results
• Design fire alarm systems that produce profitable jobs and positive customer experiences
• Perform tasks in preparation of submittals and drawings on Fire alarm systems
• Support sales with site visits to evaluate new installations and large commercial (intricate) fire alarm takeovers, assist with putting quotes together to ensure proper parts are in place and questions that may come up
• Installation and service support by assisting technicians, in the field and by phone, with complex problems related to commercial fire alarms
• Help to keep SEi compliant with the most recent codes for each jurisdiction, stay connected with the AHJ’s and deliver the updated changes to the company, through oral and written communication. This will also include helping to obtain/maintain all licenses that may be required regarding SEi continuing to provide commercial fire and life safety systems
• Working to ensure all designs have met or exceeded the company policies and any local codes and regulations, including those of the individual AHJ’s
• Aid in ongoing training with the sales teams through in office meeting or through training webinars while helping to create commercial fire sales team members with certified experience in each office
• Aid in ongoing training with the operations teams, in the field or through a classroom setting in person or through training webinars, to include assistance with those wishing to gain NICET Certifications
• Support in the implementation of processes and best practices for all aspects of our fire alarm installations, service, inspections, and monitoring
• Responsible for product and system selection for fire alarm items on our Approved Product Matrix
• Ensure SEi has the proper technology to support our Fire Alarm Program initiatives in regards to design, submittals, drawings, installation, inspections, etc…
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• NICET Level 3 or higher required
• BS in Business Administration or equivalent work experience
• 5-10 years of design experience in the Commercial Fire and Life Safety industries prefered
• Ability to design fire alarm systems to proper code and perform and submit proper submittal packages and drawings
• Ability to understand meet and listen to customers’ needs
• Extensive knowledge of NFPA 72, 101, and 70 Life Safety Code, National Electrical Code, and the ability to read and understand blueprints and how each division may integrate with the fire alarm system
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret contracts, policies, documents and regulations
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables
• Ability to interpret, review, and respond to a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking and presentation skills
• Solid working knowledge of installation, service, process development, and leadership
• Strong ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of computer skills. MS Office is preferred
• Ability to work as a team

SHIFT:

• 8-hour workday
• Monday-Friday (7am-5pm)

BENEFITS:

• 401K MATCHING
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short Term/ Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Casual, yet energetic and engaging work environment
• Manufacturer training and certifications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000