Firetrol Protection Systems

Designs, installs, services fire suppression systems

Fire Alarm Designer / Drafter

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Full-timeHouston, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2–5 years of experience laying out fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA 72 and NFPA 101 is preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2019 or newer is required.
At least 2–5 years of fire alarm systems experience is preferred.
Experience with Notifier alarm systems is preferred but not required.
A Texas Alarm Planning Superintendent license is preferred but not required.
Additional 2–5 years of fire suppression systems experience is a plus.
Fire suppression system design experience, including clean-agent and CO2 systems, is a plus.
A Texas Extinguisher Planner’s License is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is required.
Knowledge of required codes is required.
Ability and willingness to engage with local authorities having jurisdiction to discuss local code requirements is required.
Strong analytical skills are required.
Attention to detail and the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities with strict deadlines are required.
Ability to accept responsibility for design is required.
Ability to analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies is required.

Responsibilities

Communicate technical concepts to sales representatives, the operations team, and customers.
Design and lay out fire alarm systems in AutoCAD according to code requirements.
Lay out access control systems in AutoCAD according to code requirements.
Build equipment submittals.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Notifier alarm systems is preferred but not required.
A Texas Alarm Planning Superintendent license is preferred but not required.
Additional 2–5 years of fire suppression systems experience is a plus.
Fire suppression system design experience, including clean-agent and CO2 systems, is a plus.
A Texas Extinguisher Planner’s License is a plus.

Fire Alarm Designer / Drafter

Firetrol Protection Systems · Houston, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-23

Workplace: on_site

Department: Design

Description

Founded in 1984, Firetrol is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking a Fire Alarm Designer / CAD Drafter to join our team of over 1200 of the best fire protection and security professionals in the industry. This opportunity will be in our Houston, Texas location.

CAD Designer Responsibilities:

Communicate technical concepts to sales reps, operations team, and customers.
Design and layout of Fire Alarm systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
The layout of Access Control systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
Build equipment submittals.
Other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, skill, and ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Prefer at least 2-5 years’ experience with Fire Alarms systems layout per NFPA 72 & 101.
Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer.
Prefer at least 2-5 years’ experience, Fire Alarm systems.
Notifier alarm system experience preferred but not required.
Licensed Texas APS (Alarm Planning Superintendent) preferred but not required.
Additional 2-5 years’ experience, Fire Suppression systems a plus.
Additional Fire Suppression (Clean Agent, CO2) system design experience a plus.
Additional Licensed Texas EPL (Extinguisher Planner’s License) a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of required codes.
Ability and willingness to engage with local AHJ’s to discuss local code requirements.
Self-starter without need for oversight.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong work ethic with a positive attitude.
Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines.
Accepts responsibility for design.
Ability to analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies.

Benefits

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.

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About the Company

Firetrol Protection Systems

Designs, installs, services fire suppression systems

Firetrol Protection Systems designs, installs, services, and inspects fire suppression and life-safety systems for corporate, government, and military facilities across the southwest and southern US. It provides turnkey solutions—from engineering and design to maintenance—through a regional network of offices in cities like Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and more. The company differentiates itself by its 35-year track record and wide regional footprint that allows handling complex, multi-site projects. Its goal is to keep facilities safe from fire hazards and ensure life-safety systems stay compliant and operational.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Mobile, AL
Founded: 1984

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