Fire Alarm CAD Designer - South Bend, IN

Company: KOORSEN Fire & Security
Location: South Bend
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent-yours. We are looking for an experienced CAD Designer in the ANY BRANCH LOCATION area to join our best of the best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do. If you're up to the challenge, we want to talk to you.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

At Koorsen, we don't provide jobs, we provide careers. A career at Koorsen includes competitive pay, a great health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, matching 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and much more.



Responsibilities:



Prepare project drawings, specifications and schematics required to support the installation of electronic special systems, such as: Fire Alarm, Security and other Low Voltage Systems
Verify project requirements and coordinate with the Project Managers and Sales to ensure project design is in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local codes
Layout fire alarm devices on basic designs
Understand IBC, IFC, OFC, IAC, NFPA 72 and all other applicable codes
Interact with customers, vendors and co-workers in a professional manner
Open willingness to continual learning
Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices
Follow all Koorsen policies, procedures and core values
Any other duties deemed appropriate by management



Required:



3 years of CAD Design experience in fire alarm systems
Understanding of electronics and wiring requirements (Voltage, Amperage, Voltage Drop, etc.)
Pass drug and background screenings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to meet state licensing requirements and/or vendor certifications
Proficiency working in Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint




PHYSICAL DEMANDS:



Must be able to sit for long periods of time
Must be able to effectively use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
Must be able to perform some repetitive motions while using a computer
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms




HIRING PROCESS (in addition to an interview):

New hires must complete the I-9 Verification form within 3 days of hire. This form is required by the U.S. Department of Justice and Immigration and Immigration and Naturalization Services and is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States. In addition, we verify employment eligibility via E-Verify.
Background checks with criminal courts, state and county repositories of criminal records, and the Department of Motor Vehicles are required for all Positions.
Tests for Evidence of Substance Abuse by way of urinalysis tests are required if this application results in an offer of employment.

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