Fire Protection Design Engineer

Johnson Controls; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Manchester is seeking a mechanical fire protection designer to develop fire suppression systems. You will create design drawings using AutoCAD and collaborate with project managers to ensure solutions meet critical standards. The role offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and extensive career development opportunities, with flexible hybrid working arrangements available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in designing mechanical fire protection systems, particularly deluge systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with LPCB, BS EN 12845, and NFPA standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire suppression systems for critical infrastructure.
• Produce detailed design drawings and support technical queries.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards in piping design.

Skills

Designing mechanical fire protection systems

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Strong understanding of pipework design

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

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Client:

Johnson Controls

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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What you will do

In this role, you’ll design and develop fire suppression systems—primarily deluge systems for transformer protection using HV, MV Tyco, and Wormald technologies. Working closely with Project Managers, you’ll produce detailed design drawings, review specifications, and ensure timely delivery of design packages. You’ll also support technical queries, liaise with clients, and help deliver innovative solutions that protect critical infrastructure.

What we offer

Competitive Salary:Reflecting your skills and experience.

Bonus Plan:Performance-based bonuses.

Flexible Hybrid Working:Arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

Generous Leave:25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and sick pay.

Holiday Purchase Scheme:Buy up to 15 additional holidays, increasing your annual entitlement to up to 40 days.

Comprehensive Benefits:Including pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution match), life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme.

Exclusive Discounts:With high street brands, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products.

Career Development:Extensive opportunities for growth and advancement.

How you will do it

Apply your expertise in mechanical fire protection design to deliver high-quality, compliant, and efficient solutions

Use AutoCAD to produce accurate design drawings; Revit knowledge is a plus and training is available

Perform or support hydraulic calculations (training provided if needed)

Coordinate pipework design with other services and ensure compliance with LPCB rules, BS EN 12845, and relevant NFPA standards

Design pipe supporting brackets and contribute to the development of gas suppression systems (training available if required)

Utilize Microsoft Office tools for documentation and communication

Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes

What we look for

Required

Experience in designing mechanical fire protection systems, particularly deluge systems

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Strong understanding of pipework design and coordination

Familiarity with LPCB, BS EN 12845, and NFPA standards

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Preferred

Experience with hydraulic calculations

Knowledge of Revit software

Experience in gas suppression system design