Design Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Design sprinkler systems by collaborating with client representatives and various service contractors until the final scheme is established.

• Oversee the design schedule in relation to the construction timeline and specification requirements.

• Generate completion documents and certifications.

• Gather information from site, architects, consultants, builders, and other trades to produce fully designed working drawings.

• Independently attend site meetings when design issues are on the agenda.

• Create comprehensive working drawings in compliance with relevant design codes.

• Determine pipe sizes using hydraulic calculations.

• Compile material lists from design drawings for procurement, variation estimating, and schedules of rates.

• Send drawings and material quantities to suppliers and subcontractors for procurement purposes.

• Place material orders and oversee equipment levels.

• Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Project Manager or Design Manager.

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in a design engineering position within the sprinkler industry (essential).

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of LPC BS EN 12845 regulations (essential).

• LPCB Intermediate qualification and LPCB Full Hydraulic Calculation qualification (highly desirable).

• Proficient in using AutoCAD (essential).

• Experience with Revit 3D (highly desirable).

• Skilled in using full hydraulic calculation software, preferably Canute (desirable).

• Familiarity with Factory Mutual Standards (essential).

• Understanding of NFPA standards (highly desirable).

• HND or degree in a construction/engineering design-related field (highly desirable).

• Proven experience in managing, developing, mentoring, and leading a team.

• Professional communication skills with clients and colleagues at all levels.

• Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to prioritize effectively.

• Proactive problem-solving skills and initiative.

• Capability to work successfully with minimal supervision.

• Valid driving license.

• Willingness to travel, work flexible hours, and occasionally spend nights away from home.

• May be required to undergo a DBS check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive and negotiable salary.

• Car allowance.

• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

• Option to purchase 5 additional days and sell back 2 days.

• Contributory company pension scheme.

• Life Assurance.

• Company-funded Health Cash Plan.