Senior Fire Systems Designer
Will Mueller brings a strong balance of technical knowledge, organizational initiative and creative insight to the PDI team. With his background in the demanding field of aviation design, Mr. Mueller brings a level of attention to detail matched by few in the industry. This attention to detail is complemented by an ability for “plain speak” which allows him to convey necessary information in a way that non-industry people can understand. His extensive experience in the fire alarm field, coupled with his intuitive rapport with colleagues and clients, makes him uniquely equipped to coordinate and execute projects at a level that meets and exceeds the needs and expectations of customers and regulatory officials.
Mr. Mueller is responsible for providing layout of fire alarm systems, security systems, construction administration, project management, inspections, commissioning testing, fire code consultation, oversight of the advancement of company personnel in fire alarm knowledge and understanding, and development of company standards and practices.
He provides plan reviews, evaluations, and inspections of fire detection, signaling & alarm systems and mass notification systems. He will support the engineer-of-record with regard to fire detection and alarm, intelligibility, audibility, and equipment functionality. In addition, he has expertise in combining fire and life safety systems with security other physical protection systems.
Licenses and Certifications
NICET Level III- Fire Alarm Design (113283)
Licensed Alarm Planning Superintendent State of Texas (APS-1744078)
EST Certified
Softwarehouse Certified
Professional Experience
2013 – Present
Protection Development, Incorporated
San Antonio, Texas
Mr. Mueller is responsible for providing engineered fire alarm system designs, construction administration, project management, inspections and commissioning testing, fire code consultation, oversight of the advancement of company personnel in fire alarm knowledge and understanding, and development of company standards and practices.
Recent Project Experience: Energy Plaza North & South Tower – San Antonio, Texas (2013): Inspections and commission testing for dual 7-story high-rise buildings involving audibility and intelligibility testing.
2002 – 2013
MCS Fire & Security
San Antonio, Texas
Engineering Manager
Mr. Mueller’s duties as the engineering manager included device layout, wiring, and calculations for commercial Fire Alarm systems, Public Address and Intercom systems, Nurse Call systems, CCTV systems, Card Access systems and Intrusion systems in accordance with all codes, standards and amendments adopted and enforced by local AHJ’s. He supervised junior designers for accuracy, adherence to applicable codes, and incorporation of project specification requirements. His responsibilities also included training of company personnel, design and implementation of illustrated training materials and development of company standards and practices.
Major Project Experience
Corpus Christi Border Patrol Station – Corpus Christi, Texas (2012): Mass notification and emergency communication system design of a multi-panel networked system for a multi-building campus. Coordinated all project submittals, permitting, field changes and design modifications throughout the duration of the project. Project role: Lead Designer.
One Shoreline Plaza office High-rise Renovation and Upgrade – Corpus Christi, Texas (2011): Retrofit of a 33 story dual-tower high-rise office building, to an upgraded, code compliant voice system. Coordinated all project submittals, permitting, field changes and design modifications throughout the duration of the project. Project role: Lead Designer.
Ft Sam Tri-Services Research Bldg – San Antonio, Texas (2010): Mass notification and emergency communication system design of a 4 story government facility for the military. Coordinated all project submittals, permitting, field changes and design modifications throughout the duration of the project. Project role: Lead Designer.
SW Methodist Hospital Renovation and Upgrade – San Antonio, Texas (2009): Retrofit of a 4-tower high-rise hospital building comprised of 44 levels, to an upgraded, code compliant multi-panel networked voice system. Coordinated all project submittals, permitting, field changes and design modifications throughout the duration of the project. Project role: Lead Designer.
JW Marriott Hotel and Conference Resort – San Antonio, Texas (2008): Design of a multi-tower 14 level hotel and 4-story conference center. 5 panel networked voice system extending to additional outlying buildings. Coordinated all project submittals, permitting, field changes and design modifications throughout the duration of the project. Project role: Lead Designer
Additional Project Experience: Over 1,000 engineered projects including Mass Notification, Fire Alarm, Security, Access Control, Intercom and Sound Re-enforcement. Facilities have included, but are not limited to: Military Installations, Schools and Universities, Vacation Resorts, Amusement Parks, Prison Facilities, Hospitals, Warehouses, Airplane Hangers, Business and Retail, Hotels and High Rise buildings.
2000-2002
DRB Aviation Consultants
San Antonio, Texas
Draftsman
As a draftsman, Mr. Mueller was tasked with the design of interior cabinetry for private aircraft, incorporation of fit, form and function in accordance with FAA standards and regulations, and 3D modeling of cabinets.
1997-2000
Kinetics Consulting Engineering
San Antonio, Texas
Draftsman
As a draftsman, Mr. Mueller was involved in HVAC, Plumbing, Lighting and Electrical design for commercial buildings.
Professional Memberships
Society of Fire Protection Engineers (Austin / San Antonio Chapter