Fire Systems Designer

Bobak Ganjalibeik - Senior Mechanical Design Drafter - Jacobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Fire Systems Designer to design and document fire protection systems in residential and commercial buildings across Australia. You will coordinate with electrical, mechanical and hydraulic disciplines to ensure delivery of the fire protection scope.

You will manage workload, conduct site inspections, liaise with clients and colleagues, and access mentoring from design managers. Opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of two years of Fire System Design experience.
• Proven experience in AutoCAD & Revit MEP.
• Have a firm understanding of the fire industry and Australian Standards.
• Excel, Word, Outlook and other general computing skills.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Production of engineering drawings for various fire protection systems.
• Undertake hydraulic calculations using Hyena software or similar.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, consultants and authorities.
• Develop and build their interstate design team.

Skills

Fire system design

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

20th October, 2026

Specialist Fire Protection Contractor

Locally Owned & Operated

Permanent Position

The Company

They are a national company that employs more than 200 staff over three disciplines - Fire, Hydraulic and Electrical services. They are a dynamic, industry-leading company that operates in the expanding engineering and construction industries.

They specialise in designing, installing, and servicing new and existing fire safety systems in residential & commercial buildings across Australia.

The Role

They are looking for an ambitious person who will enhance the team with their keen interest and/or knowledge in building services and their experience in AutoCAD.

As a Fire Systems Designer, you will be responsible for designing and documenting building fire protection systems from concept to detailed design, coordinating with electrical, mechanical and hydraulic disciplines to ensure the successful delivery of the fire protection scope.

You will be required to manage your workload and undertake regular site inspections, including liaising with clients and other business professionals.

You will be provided with strong support and mentoring from fellow designers and their design manager to who you will be reporting.

You will also be given the opportunity to further improve your skills and knowledge with learning and development courses external to our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Production of engineering drawings for various fire protection systems
• Undertake hydraulic calculations using Hyena software or similar
• Collaborate with clients, architects, consultants and authorities
• Develop and build their interstate design team

Prerequisites & Skills

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Minimum of two years of Fire System Design experience
• Proven experience in AutoCAD & Revit MEP
• Have a firm understanding of the fire industry and Australian Standards
• Excel, Word, Outlook and other general computing skills
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes

• An enthusiastic individual looking to enhance their knowledge
• Be able to work in a team environment to achieve a common goal
• Demonstrate a positive approach to complex situations
• Good work ethic