Sprinkler Design Engineer

Crown House Technologies; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown House Technologies is seeking an experienced Sprinkler Design Engineer to drive fire suppression designs for large-scale projects. You will lead design work, produce drawings, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams across UK sites.

In this role, you will perform hydraulic calculations, prepare installation documents, and ensure compliance with BS EN 12845, NFPA, and FM standards while supporting site surveys and client reviews.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN 12845 and LPS 1048 standards.
• LPCB Basic, Intermediate, or FHC qualifications are desirable.
• Knowledge of FM and NFPA standards would be advantageous.
• Proven experience in technical design and the production of drawings and documentation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and Canute FHC design software.
• Experience with HydraCAD, Autosprink, or similar design tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sprinkler system designs for a range of applications, including large and small works, in line with LPC Rules, NFPA, and FM standards.
• Take full design responsibility throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce technical documentation, installation drawings, and coordinated models.
• Complete hydraulic calculations.
• Carry out site surveys where required.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and project specifications.
• Specify appropriate equipment for each project.
• Prepare and submit end-of-project documentation (e.g. O&M manuals, as-fitted drawings, certification).
• Attend and contribute to client review meetings.
• Coordinate with external subcontractors as part of a multi-disciplinary design team.
• Liaise with suppliers and key stakeholders.

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Revit

Canute FHC design software

HydraCAD

Autosprink

BS EN 12845

LPS 1048 standards

FM standards knowledge

NFPA standards knowledge

Education

LPCB Basic/Intermediate/FHC qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Canute FHC design software

HydraCAD

Autosprink

Job description

Are you an experienced Sprinkler Design Engineer with a track record of delivering high-quality fire suppression designs?

Do you want to work on large scale, exciting projects? Then Crown House Technologies - Enterprise Solutions could be the perfect fit for you.

We have recently established a dedicated fire sprinkler division to support the in-house delivery of fire suppression systems across a range of high-profile and complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and growing this capability within the business.

As a Sprinkler Design Engineer, you will be responsible for all fire suppression design elements, supporting the delivery of large and complex projects. You will be part of a project delivery team, based either in one of our offices or on-site. Occasional travel across the UK will be required to carry out site surveys, attend meetings, review progress, and mark up drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare sprinkler system designs for a range of applications, including large and small works, in line with LPC Rules, NFPA, and FM standards
• Take full design responsibility throughout the project lifecycle
• Produce technical documentation, installation drawings, and coordinated models
• Complete hydraulic calculations
• Carry out site surveys where required
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and project specifications
• Specify appropriate equipment for each project
• Prepare and submit end-of-project documentation (e.g. O&M manuals, as-fitted drawings, certification)
• Attend and contribute to client review meetings
• Coordinate with external subcontractors as part of a multi-disciplinary design team
• Liaise with suppliers and key stakeholders

Quality & Compliance

• Comply with all company and regulatory processes
• Participate in internal and third-party audits
• Consult with subject matter experts where required
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, with a strong focus on health and safety

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN 12845 and LPS 1048 standards
• LPCB Basic, Intermediate, or FHC qualifications are desirable
• Knowledge of FM and NFPA standards would be advantageous
• Proven experience in technical design and the production of drawings and documentation
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and Canute FHC design software
• Experience with HydraCAD, Autosprink, or similar design tools is advantageous

About Us

CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

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