What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Systems Designer I position at Tech Electronics?
Who is Tech Electronics?
We provide systems and services that help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. Tech Electronics is a technology services organization headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with seven offices across the Midwest.
At Tech Electronics, we specialize in low voltage life safety and communication systems in the education, healthcare, construction, government, commercial-industrial, SMB, and worship industries. From fire alarm installation and testing to security cameras and video surveillance, our tailor-made solutions deliver connection and protection.
Why Tech Electronics?
At Tech Electronics, we pride ourselves on bringing a unique family atmosphere to an ever-evolving technology marketplace. We recognize that our people made us special when we opened our doors nearly 60 years ago, and they continue to do so today.
We prioritize giving motivated individuals opportunities to find their gifts, develop their talents, and live their lives to the fullest. If you're looking for a job that's more than just a job, our Tech family is waiting for you!
What's in it for you?
- Health, Vision & Dental Insurance on DAY ONE
- Company credit card, cellphone, laptop (as needed)
- Paid Time Off & Accrued Personal Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Long term & Short-term disability
- Generous Holiday Schedule
- Hybrid office schedule (select positions)
- Immense Growth Opportunities
- Relaxed Family Culture
- Teladoc, SurgeryPlus, & other medical benefits
What you'll do as a Systems Engineer/Designer
- Applies theories and principles of system design and to support the sales, installation, and service of Tech Electronics' systems
- Ensures system design and technical support complies with applicable codes, specifications, and/or customer needs
- Understands the strategy and objectives of each Strategic Business Unit
- Handles various aspects of designing/engineering work including small or basic system installations or moves, adds and changes
- Understands and responds to customer requests, both verbal and written.
- Directly communicates with customers in the form of quotations, meetings, presentations, drawings and/or technical support to understand and define their needs.
- Works directly with other designers/engineers and employees to produce drawings from sketches, existing drawings, and electronic images as well as work from customer drawings, company drawings and/or specifications.
- Works closely with all departments to ensure that the drawings convey the correct information and are error-free.
- Maintains system knowledge and code knowledge as directed
What you need as a Systems Engineer/Designer
- Associate degree in a field of electronics, electrical or computer engineering or related engineering field or equivalent work experience.
- One year experience in a designer/engineer capacity.
- Understanding of CAD and drafting techniques
- Knowledge of design techniques, principals, and tools involved in the production and use of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and models.
- In-depth knowledge of computer, local area network, and wide area network technologies.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
We are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent on passing a drug test.