Senior Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Siemens AG
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • $59,048–$101,225 Per Year
5 days ago

Job Description

Senior Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer

Job ID

520114

Posted since

28-Aug-2026

Organization

Smart Infrastructure

Field of work

Engineering

Company

Siemens Industry, Inc.

Experience level

Experienced Professional

Job type

Full-time

Work mode

Remote only

Employment type

Permanent

Any Siemens location in

  • Colorado - United States of America
  • Florida - United States of America
  • Georgia - United States of America
  • New York - United States of America
  • Texas - United States of America

Position Location: This role is remote.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineers create unique design solutions to meet specific customer requirements for commercial building fire alarm systems in new and existing facilities. This team member makes recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability.

As a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer, you will:

  • Choose the appropriate mix of products and installation methods to provide the most cost-effective solution.
  • Prepare submittals and schedules; handle the ordering of products and equipment.
  • Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
  • Design fire alarm systems for buildings, including floorplan drawings for system device locations, riser diagrams, device wiring details, panel mounting and wiring details, bills of materials, and sequences of operations to meet the intent of the project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Provide general electrical calculations, including battery calculations, voltage drop calculations, conduit fills, power supply sizing, etc. and prepare engineering re-estimates and follow up with appropriate sales and management to ensure understanding of and satisfaction with job scope.
  • Follow up with sales and management to ensure job scope, specifications, and schematics will meet customer needs and provide start-up and checkout documentation to the Project Manager for use in commissioning and validation.
  • Perform quality assurance; peer-review engineering documents and mentor, train, and direct the design activities of the engineering team.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Candidates with at least 5years of fire system design experience will also be considered
  • 5+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems
  • Must be able to demonstrate:
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals of fire systems or equivalent field experience with fire system controls
  • Knowledge of the following fire alarm system components: fire alarm panels, strobe booster panels, spot detectors (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide), duct-mounted smoke detectors, projected beam smoke detectors, aspirating smoke detectors (VESDA), monitor modules, relay modules (form A and form C), manual pull stations, notification devices (speaker/strobes, horn/strobes, strobes, bells), Class A/Class B/Class X circuits, state and local fire codes, and NFPA 72 national fire code
  • The ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams
  • Knowledge of fire alarm system components
  • NICET II- Fire Alarm Systems certification and ability and willingness to obtain NICET III within the first year
  • 3+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design; proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree
  • EIT, ASHRE, NICET III or IV- Fire Alarm Systems, or CISSP certifications

#LI-TAG #NOC-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse

Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You'll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $59,048 - $101,225 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form. If you're unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency

Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.

Criminal History

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

Job ID

520114

Posted since

28-Aug-2026

Organization

Smart Infrastructure

Field of work

Engineering

Company

Siemens Industry, Inc.

Experience level

Experienced Professional

Job type

Full-time

Work mode

Remote only

Employment type

Permanent

Any Siemens location in

  • Colorado - United States of America
  • Florida - United States of America
  • Georgia - United States of America
  • New York - United States of America
  • Texas - United States of America

Position Location: This role is remote.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineers create unique design solutions to meet specific customer requirements for commercial building fire alarm systems in new and existing facilities. This team member makes recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability.

As a Fire Alarm Systems Design Engineer, you will:

  • Choose the appropriate mix of products and installation methods to provide the most cost-effective solution.
  • Prepare submittals and schedules; handle the ordering of products and equipment.
  • Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
  • Design fire alarm systems for buildings, including floorplan drawings for system device locations, riser diagrams, device wiring details, panel mounting and wiring details, bills of materials, and sequences of operations to meet the intent of the project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Provide general electrical calculations, including battery calculations, voltage drop calculations, conduit fills, power supply sizing, etc. and prepare engineering re-estimates and follow up with appropriate sales and management to ensure understanding of and satisfaction with job scope.
  • Follow up with sales and management to ensure job scope, specifications, and schematics will meet customer needs and provide start-up and checkout documentation to the Project Manager for use in commissioning and validation.
  • Perform quality assurance; peer-review engineering documents and mentor, train, and direct the design activities of the engineering team.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Candidates with at least 5years of fire system design experience will also be considered
  • 5+ years of experience engineering fire alarm systems
  • Must be able to demonstrate:
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals of fire systems or equivalent field experience with fire system controls
  • Knowledge of the following fire alarm system components: fire alarm panels, strobe booster panels, spot detectors (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide), duct-mounted smoke detectors, projected beam smoke detectors, aspirating smoke detectors (VESDA), monitor modules, relay modules (form A and form C), manual pull stations, notification devices (speaker/strobes, horn/strobes, strobes, bells), Class A/Class B/Class X circuits, state and local fire codes, and NFPA 72 national fire code
  • The ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams
  • Knowledge of fire alarm system components
  • NICET II- Fire Alarm Systems certification and ability and willingness to obtain NICET III within the first year
  • 3+ years of proficiency in AutoCAD and design; proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree
  • EIT, ASHRE, NICET III or IV- Fire Alarm Systems, or CISSP certifications

#LI-TAG #NOC-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse

Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You'll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $59,048 - $101,225 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form. If you're unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency

Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.

Criminal History

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCincinnati, OH
Salary$59,048–$101,225 Per Year

Skills

  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professionalunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Design Servicesunmatched
  • Diversityunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Employee Benefitsunmatched
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
  • Fire Alarmunmatched
  • Fire Suppression/Controlunmatched
  • Green Transportationunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)unmatched
  • Network Operations Centerunmatched
  • Productivity Managementunmatched
  • Profit & Lossunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Quality Assuranceunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Sales Analysisunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Smart Homesunmatched
  • Startupunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched

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