Job Description
We are a specialist fire protection contractor delivering LPCB-approved water mist and fire suppression systems across residential, commercial, hospitality and specialist sectors throughout the UK.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, we are looking to appoint a Design Engineer to join our technical team at our Wakefield head office.
The Role
This role will suit a Design Engineer with experience in mechanical, building services, MEP or specialist systems design who is looking to move into the fire suppression sector.
You will be responsible for developing compliant, practical and cost-effective fire suppression designs, working closely with Project Managers and Site Teams from concept through to installation.
Full support will be provided to develop sector-specific knowledge, including LPCB standards and relevant British Standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design of water mist and fire suppression systems
Produce technical drawings using AutoCAD (Revit desirable)
Carry out hydraulic calculations and system layouts
Prepare technical submittals and design documentation
Attend design coordination meetings
Work collaboratively with project and site teams
Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards and LPCB requirements
About You
We are open to candidates from a range of technical design backgrounds.
You may currently be working as:
Mechanical Design Engineer
Building Services Design Engineer
MEP Design Engineer
HVAC Design Engineer
Piping / Pipework Design Engineer
Fire Systems / Life Safety Design Engineer
Essential:
Experience in mechanical or building services design
Strong understanding of technical drawings and system layouts
AutoCAD proficiency
Ability to perform calculations (hydraulic or similar system-based calculations)
Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
Desirable (but not essential):
Experience in fire suppression or sprinkler systems
Knowledge of relevant British Standards
LPCB awareness or qualification
Revit / BIM experience
HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical / Building Services Engineering
What's on Offer
Competitive salary up to 60,000 + package
Structured training and support into the fire suppression sector
Opportunity to gain LPCB qualifications
Career progression within a growing specialist contractor
Modern office environment
