Experienced Fire Systems Designer (Des Moines, IA)

Experienced Fire Systems Designer

📍 Des Moines, IA
🏢 Fire Protection Contractor / Engineering Team
🕒 Full-Time | Mid–Senior Level

🔥 About the Role

We’re partnered with a highly respected, long-standing fire protection contractor that continues to set the standard for quality, innovation, and employee-focused culture. They’re looking for an Experienced Fire Systems Designer to join their team in Des Moines, IA and take ownership of the design process from start to finish.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment and loves turning complex fire protection requirements into clean, code-compliant designs, this is the perfect opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing:

Oversee fire protection system designs from concept to completion
Prepare plans, permits, as-builts, O&M manuals, and design documentation
Coordinate design strategy to meet schedules and budgets
Participate in project and construction progress meetings
Ensure compliance with all codes, standards, and AHJ requirements
Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Work collaboratively with clients, contractors, and internal teams

What You Need:

5–7 years of fire alarm, special hazards, or pre-engineered system design experience
Strong AutoCAD skills (Revit experience strongly preferred)
Knowledge of low-voltage wiring, fire alarm panels, and special hazard suppression systems
Ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver highly detailed work
NICET certification preferred
Bonus: Industrial design experience and BIM/Revit modeling exposure

Why This Role Stands Out:

This company takes employee well-being seriously — and backs it up with one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry:

Top-tier health, vision & dental + industry-leading 401(k) match
Employee bonus program (company shares profits!)
Generous PTO + the option to buy more
Paid parental leave
Free mental health resources
On-site wellness programs & personal development funds
Hybrid work options
Continuous training, development, and career advancement opportunities

If you’re ready to bring your design expertise to a company that invests heavily in its people, this is an opportunity you’ll want to explore.