Design Engineer – Fire Suppression

Design Engineer – Fire Suppression

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 DOE + 10% annual bonus
Location: Mainly remote, with occasional visits to the Reading office, typically fortnightly or monthly

We’re recruiting a Design Engineer for an established fire protection business delivering fire detection and suppression projects, including data centres.

This is an opportunity for an engineer with a strong mechanical/electrical fire suppression background who enjoys taking ownership of designs and working closely with project teams.

The role

• Produce mechanical fire suppression designs, technical drawings and supporting calculations.
• Review specifications and develop designs that meet project requirements and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with electrical designers, project managers and clients.
• Attend site surveys and project meetings when required.
• Support projects through design changes, installation queries and handover.

What we’re looking for

• Previous design experience within fire suppression, with a mechanical focus.
• Experience working on data centre projects.
• Strong AutoCAD skills and experience producing technical design documentation.
• Knowledge of relevant fire protection standards.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
• Willingness to travel to Reading and project sites when required.

Sprinkler design experience is relevant; please outline any additional experience with gaseous suppression or water mist systems. Revit and BIM experience would also be beneficial.

What’s on offer

• £50,000–£60,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• 10% annual bonus.
• Mainly remote working with occasional Reading office attendance.
• Involvement in specialist fire protection and data centre projects.

Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote