Fire & Gas Systems Designer / Engineer (Industrial Fire Protection)

Eagle Fire - Houston, TX, United States 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. Job # 485