Fire Alarm Designer Job at Johnson Controls, Houston, TX

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  • Johnson Controls
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join our winning team and pave the way for a bright future. With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, our teams are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a culture that values your voice and ideas.

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Here's what we have to offer

  • Competitive pay

  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one

  • Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources

  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

  • JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

What you will do
The primary role of the Fire Alarm Designer is to design fire alarm systems for Johnson Controls projects. Acting as a design lead on large complex multi-faceted projects and directing other members of the design team supporting these projects 

How you will do it
  • Organizes and plans own workload, helps to direct workload of less experienced design team members, and additionally works with other design teams when required.

  • Facilitate reviews of initial designs of medium complexity to provide value engineered/code compliant solutions where required. 

  • Coordinates with CAD Support Technicians to prepare fully detailed technical submissions with complete detailed schematics and drawings to meet design criteria.

  • Oversees CAD Support Technicians in the preparation of project submissions for medium complexity systems including system operation, drawings, and calculations.

  • Completes detailed calculations to verify system design meets code and standard requirements.

  • Participates in pre/post project design meetings and attends customer/site coordination meetings, as applicable.

  • Develop a bill of materials to facilitate construction.

  • Examines completed submissions in conjunction with CAD Support Technician for equipment application, equipment compatibility, and compliance with specifications and scope.

  • Provides support to Project Managers when orders have been received to assist in maintaining and/or improving project margins.

What we look for
Required

  • 6 years of experience in the design of Fire alarm systems.

  • NICET Level III certification.

  • Experienced with NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code).

  • High school degree or equivalent required.

  • Demonstrated ability in drafting/CAD, computer skills, estimating/pricing, and project management.

  • Proficient in reading and understanding architectural and electrical diagrams

  • Knowledge of multiple electronic building systems.

  • Advanced understanding of mechanical systems and their interface to fire alarm systems.

  • Fundamental understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Adobe.

  • Effective written and oral communications

  • Ability to obtain appropriate licenses required by national, state, and local codes.

  • Ability to work a full-time schedule.

  • Available for local travel.

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or drafting (AutoCAD) preferred, or 5 years equivalent field experience.

JCI employees are valued members of the Johnson Controls family. They are dedicated, skilled, and passionate individuals who contribute to the success and growth of our company. We prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our employees are encouraged to voice their ideas and opinions, knowing that they will be heard and valued. We believe in investing in our employees' well-being, providing competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages, and opportunities for career advancement. With a strong emphasis on safety and a commitment to sustainability, JCI employees play a crucial role in shaping a smarter, healthier, and more sustainable future for buildings and communities worldwide.

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