Design Engineer

Design Engineer – Fire Suppression

What you will do
As a Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for fire suppression design elements on regional projects. You’ll join the JCI Fire Suppression Design Team based in Sunbury, with hybrid working available (subject to experience and agreement with your Design Manager).
Occasional UK site visits will be required for surveys, progress reviews, drawing mark-ups, and client design meetings.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral scheme, discounts (high street brands, cycle-to-work, JCI security products)
• Extensive product and cross-training opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Career development through multiple ladders
• Commitment to safety via Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups
• Training on company values
• All equipment required to complete jobs

How you will do it

• Understand customer requirements
• Ensure design schedule meets approval, fabrication & construction deadlines
• Liaise with sales & contract managers on specifications, installation & bracketing
• Complete Design Risk Assessments
• Maintain daily client communication
• Work closely with colleagues for smooth project handover from sales to completion

What we look for

Required:

• LPCB Basic qualification
• AutoCAD experience
• Fire suppression design knowledge (LPCB rules, NFPA, FM Global standards)
• Understanding of LPC Rules, BS EN 12845, NFPA, FM Global standards
• Ability to build strong internal/external relationships
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Experience with design specifications & contractual documentation

Preferred:

• BIM experience