Design Engineer – Fire Protection & Data Centre (Remote)

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 10%

Remote working

Reading travel

Fire protection & data centre projects

Project ownership & development

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd. seeks a Design Engineer to deliver complete design solutions for fire protection and data centre environments.

The role covers electrical or mechanical design, from concept through to submission, with collaboration across project, commercial, sales, operations, and service teams. Ideal candidates will have AutoCAD/Revit proficiency and a background in building services or related engineering, with BS/EN/NFPA standards knowledge, and a UK driving license.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (Essential).
• AutoCAD and/or Revit proficiency (Essential).
• Relevant fire industry qualifications, such as FIA Units or BS 5839, (Desirable).
• IOSH or equivalent health & safety training (Desirable).
• Full UK driving licence (Essential).
• Right to work in the UK (Essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead design activities including layouts, calculations, schematics, technical submissions, and design documentation.
• Produce compliant engineering designs in line with relevant BS, EN, NFPA, and client requirements.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, specifications, O&M manuals, and as-built documentation.
• Develop technical build budgets and support procurement and mobilisation.
• Coordinate internal design resources and external consultants/CAD technicians.
• Provide technical support during project delivery, installation, and commissioning.
• Support sales and estimating teams with tenders, proposals, and client meetings.
• Maintain accurate design records and ensure alignment with contractual and technical requirements.
• Keep up to date with industry, supplier, and product developments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, technical innovation, and knowledge sharing.

Job description

Venatu Consulting Ltd. seeks a Design Engineer to deliver complete design solutions for fire protection and data centre environments.

The role covers electrical or mechanical design, from concept through to submission, with collaboration across project, commercial, sales, operations, and service teams. Ideal candidates will have AutoCAD/Revit proficiency and a background in building services or related engineering, with BS/EN/NFPA standards knowledge, and a UK driving license.