Senior Design Engineer – Fire Suppression

Johnson Controls; Sunbury-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Design Engineer specializing in Fire Suppression based in Sunbury-on-Thames. The role includes design responsibilities for regional projects, a focus on hybrid work arrangements, and the need for site visits across the UK. Candidates should have AutoCAD experience and strong knowledge of fire safety design standards. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus Plan

Flexible Hybrid Working

Generous Leave

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience with AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of LPCB rules, NFPA, and FM Global standards.
• Ability to develop relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Fire Suppression design elements.
• Liaise with sales & contract managers on specifications.
• Travel to sites for surveys and meetings.

Skills

AutoCAD experience

Fire Suppression Design knowledge

Understanding of LPC Rules

Customer relationship management

Design specifications

Job description

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Senior Design Engineer – Fire Suppression, Sunbury-on-Thames

Client: Johnson Controls

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d44877abf495

Job Views: 9

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

What you will do

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for all Fire Suppression design elements in supporting the business on regional projects.

You will be part of the JCI Fire Suppression Design Team based in one of our offices, with the opportunity for hybrid remote work based on experience as agreed with your Design Manager.

Occasionally, travel to sites around the UK will be necessary to perform site surveys, complete progress reviews, mark up drawings, and attend client design meetings as required.

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

• Understanding of the customers / contacts within the business.
• Liaising with sales & contract managers on onsite specifications, installation & bracketing, completing Design Risk Assessments.
• Daily liaison with the client / customer, both internal and external.
• Working closely with sales colleagues to ensure a smooth handover of projects from sales through design and completion with all design deliverables required.

What we look for

Required

• AutoCAD experience
• Fire Suppression Design knowledge utilising LPCB rules, NFPA, and FM Global standards
• A basic understanding of LPC Rules incorporating BS EN 12845, NFPA, and FM Global standards for all hazard classifications
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal/external customers to drive customer satisfaction
• Design specifications / Presentational Packages
• Experience working with and producing contractual documentation