Role and Responsibilities:
System Design & Calculations:
- Design reliable, code-compliant fire detection, gas monitoring, and fire suppression systems tailored, as well as, develop system architectures and panel layouts for heavy industrial applications.
- Ensure all system architectures meet North American life safety standards and hazardous area compliance (Classified/Ex environments).
- Perform critical circuit and system calculations, including voltage drop, battery backup sizing, and loop capacity (NACs/SLCs).
CAD & Engineering Deliverables:
- Utilize AutoCAD to produce complete Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages from initial concept through project completion.
- Develop Fire & Gas Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), General Arrangement (GA) equipment layouts, and panel interior/exterior elevations.
- Create detailed point-to-point wiring schematics, terminal block diagrams, and interconnect schedules.
Control Logic & System Integration:
- Prepare Cause & Effect (C&E) matrices and Functional Design Specifications (FDS) to outline system operations and emergency response logic.
- Coordinate auxiliary interlocks, including HVAC shutdown sequences, damper control, and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) interfaces.
Project & Team Collaboration:
- Participate in in-person design reviews, hazard assessments (HAZOP/SIL), and client coordination meetings.
- Review vendor submittals, equipment specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
- Partner directly on-site with Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Process, Production, Operations, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless intersystem coordination by verifying proper system programming, wiring accuracy, and testing completion.
- Lead and supervise Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) as required.
Qualifications:
- Education: Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Fire Protection Engineering, Drafting/Design, or a related discipline.
- Experience: 5+ years of dedicated fire alarm design experience, with at least 3 years focused on heavy industrial projects (e.g., Oil & Gas, thermal, hydro, or power generation facilities). Practical experience designing for hazardous locations (Class I, Div 1/2 or Zone 0/1/2) and intrinsically safe systems is preferred.
- Technical Software: Advanced mastery of AutoCAD (2D/3D). Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or MicroStation is considered a strong asset. Familiarity with 3D coordination environments (Navisworks, SmartPlant, PDMS) is preferred.
- System Familiarity: Strong working knowledge of major industrial fire alarm control panels, gas detection hardware, and safety controllers. Experience with Honeywell (Notifier and Scame Sistemi) and Johnson Controls (Autocall) is preferred.
- Codes & Standards: In-depth working knowledge of NFPA 72, CAN/ULC-S524, and relevant electrical codes (CEC/NEC).
- Professional Certification: Registered CFAA - Certified Fire Alarm Technician is preferred.
If you believe you are a qualified candidate for this position and would like to pursue this opportunity, please apply to this position by sending your resume to alan.hung@expandreach.ca!
For more information, please contact:
Alan Hung, Recruitment Lead
Expand Reach Inc.
905-415-8828 x5002
