Fire Suppression Design Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Bracon Ash; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Company car

25 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Fire Suppression Design Engineer for Xcell Misting to design water mist and gas suppression systems. You will conduct site surveys, produce compliant layouts, and coordinate with M&E teams, consultants, installers, and insurers.

You will ensure design viability, manage risks, and deliver packages on schedule, working with Sales and Delivery teams across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience designing fire suppression systems for commercial or industrial sites.
• Knowledge of LPC Rules BS EN 12845, BS 9251, NFPA and FM Global standards.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and create compliant designs.
• Manage day-to-day design issues with clients, M&E teams, fire consultants, installers, authorities and insurers.
• Ensure commercial viability and timely delivery of design packages.
• Complete design risk assessments and verify design variations meet standards.
• Collaborate with Sales and Contracts for smooth project handover and completion.

Skills

Fire suppression design

Site surveys

Client coordination

Communication skills

Education

LPCB Design Exam (Basic/Intermediate/FHC)

Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Hydraulic calculations

3D CAD

Job description

We are hiring a Fire Suppression Design Engineer to join Xcell Misting, specialising in water mist and gas suppression systems. You will be responsible for full fire protection system designs based on site surveys or drawings., Design fire suppression systems (HP/LP Water Mist, Sprinklers, Dry/Wet Risers, Hose Reels, Hydrants)

• Conduct site surveys and create compliant designs
• Manage day-to-day design issues with clients, M&E teams, Fire Consultants, Installers, Authorities, and Insurers
• Ensure commercial viability and timely delivery of design packages
• Complete Design Risk Assessments and ensure all design variations meet customer and regulatory standards
• Work closely with Sales and Contracts to ensure smooth project handover and completion

Knowledge of LPC Rules BS EN 12845, BS 9251, NFPA, FM Global

Proficiency in AutoCAD (3D skills a plus)

Ability to produce hydraulic calculations and drawings

Full UK driving licence, willingness to travel

Strong organisational, written, and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• LPCB Design Exam passes (Basic, Intermediate, FHC)
• Microsoft Office experience
• Knowledge of other fire suppression systems

The role can be based in Hethel (Norfolk), Birmingham, or Manchester. This is a hybrid position that will require travelling UK wide. It involves site visits, design input, and close collaboration with Sales, Estimating, and Delivery teams to reduce installation issues and support project delivery.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Bonus
• Functional Car
• 25 Days Holiday plus all bank holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits: Matched pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, referral scheme, cycle-to-work, discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls products
• Training: Access to excellent on-the-job and cross-training resources
• Collaborative Culture: Supportive team environment with business resource groups
• Career Growth: Long-term development opportunities