Design Engineer

Job Description

What you will do 

Design and price advanced Fire Detection and Life Safety Systems that meet key industry standards, including BS5839-1 and MOJ specifications. You'll work with integrated systems, applying your knowledge of networking principles and using AutoCAD to deliver smart, site-specific solutions. From technical design to tender delivery, you'll bring a commercial mindset and confidently present innovative ideas to clients.

What we offer

Competitive salary and bonus plan

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays and sick pay

Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle 2 work scheme and discount on Johnson Controls security products

Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available

Encouraging and collaborative team environment

Career development through various career ladders

Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

How you will do it 

Develop and present Fire Detection and Life Safety solutions across multi-building locations, demonstrating strong technical design knowledge and commercial awareness.

Review and interpret customer requirements to ensure tailored, effective solutions.

Manage ambiguity and work to challenging deadlines with confidence and adaptability.

Adopt new technologies and innovative approaches to enhance design outcomes.

Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.

Plan and prioritise effectively to manage multiple competing demands.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and best practices.

What we look for 

Required 

Minimum 5 years of experience in a Fire Design Role with design responsibility

FIA Advanced Fire Design Certification

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

Ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders at all levels

Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Preferred

Site experience including surveying and attending design/customer meetings

Knowledge of electronic security systems such as CCTV and Access Control

Experience with 3D drawing packages such as Navisworks or Revit

Familiarity with MOJ requirements for custodial environments

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