What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire & Gas Systems Designer / Engineer (Industrial Fire Protection) position at Eagle Fire?
About Us:
Advantage Interests Inc., an Eagle Fire owned company, is a leading provider of industrial fire protection, fire alarm, and fire & gas detection solutions serving commercial, industrial, energy, and hazardous environment applications throughout the Gulf Coast region.
Backed by the strength and resources of Eagle Fire Inc., we continue to expand our engineered systems capabilities and are seeking a Fire & Gas Systems Designer / Engineer to join our Houston, Texas team.
This is a unique opportunity to work on specialized industrial fire and gas detection systems supporting critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, manufacturing operations, and energy-related environments.
Why Work With Us?
In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, employees enjoy:
$2,000 Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement
NICET Test Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
10 Paid Holidays
Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Industry Training & Development
Long-Term Stability with a Growing Organization
Position Summary
The Fire & Gas Systems Designer / Engineer is responsible for the design and development of industrial fire and gas detection systems, including combustible gas detection, toxic gas detection, flame detection, and integrated fire alarm systems.
This role works closely with project managers, engineers, operations personnel, and customers to develop code-compliant system layouts, technical drawings, and engineered solutions for industrial and hazardous environments.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical aptitude, AutoCAD experience, and knowledge of industrial fire protection, instrumentation, or integrated safety systems.
Responsibilities
Design industrial fire and gas detection systems for commercial and industrial facilities
Prepare system layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation drawings using AutoCAD
Support selection and application of combustible gas, toxic gas, flame, smoke, and heat detection technologies
Assist with integration of fire & gas systems with fire alarm, suppression, PLC, DCS, and industrial control systems
Interpret and apply applicable NFPA, API, ISA, and local code requirements
Review customer specifications and project requirements to develop compliant system designs
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and customers throughout project execution
Support serial and network communications interfacing between field devices and control equipment
Maintain organized project documentation and design records
Participate in technical troubleshooting and problem-solving activities as needed
Qualifications
Preferred Education & Experience
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or related technical field preferred
Experience with fire alarm, fire detection, or gas detection system design preferred
Experience in industrial, oil & gas, manufacturing, petrochemical, or EPC environments preferred
Knowledge of hazardous location installations preferred
Skills & Knowledge
Knowledge of combustible gas, toxic gas, flame, and fire detection systems
Familiarity with NFPA, API, and ISA standards
Experience with serial and network interfacing preferred
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred Certifications
NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems preferred
ISA-related training or certifications preferred
In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, we maintain a drug-free workplace and operate a Drug-Free Workplace program. Advantage Interests Inc., an Eagle Fire owned company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.