Fire Life Safety (Fire Alarm Designer)

Fire Life Safety (Fire Alarm Designer)-(186577)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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In the role of a Fire & Life Safety Specialist, we'll count on you to:

This individual must be capable of creating fire alarm system designs in a BIM model from design information and data provided by the Engineer/Architect. This may include sketches, details diagrams and/or calculations. They must be able to generate contract documents from the Model and perform other BIM Uses identified in the BIM Planning documents. Experience in design analysis software and integration of the analysis models/data with Revit is a plus. Must be familiar with NFPA and industry standards design criteria related to fire protection systems.

This individual must have solid multi-discipline facility design experience, understanding how a project develops from concept through construction and how the different discipline designs interact throughout the life cycle of the project. This individual will be expected to work with both engineers and architects, with minimal oversight. This person must have excellent leadership and communication skills due to the amount of coordination necessary between multiple consultants, disciplines and project team members. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must. Familiarity with applicable codes, Fire and Life Safety (FLS) design criteria, materials, software integration with the BIM model(s), editing specifications, reviewing shop drawings, CPR’s and RFI’s is a plus. They will be expected to work with clients, both internal and external. Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcement
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life Safety

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Specialty software experience need to perform designs specific to area of expertise.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

:United States-Texas-San Antonio

Industry

:Building Engineering

Schedule

:Full-time

Employee Status

:RegularBusinessClass:Fire and Life Safety

Job Posting

:Aug 1, 2025