Sprinkler Design Engineer - Hybrid Working

Alecto Recruitment; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension

Performance bonus

Job summary

Alecto Recruitment is seeking a Sprinkler Design Engineer for a hybrid role based near Manchester. You will design sprinkler systems using 3D CAD/BIM tools and produce installation drawings, ensuring LPCB and BS EN standards compliance.

You will liaise with project managers, clients and site teams, calculate hydraulic requirements, and stay current with fire safety codes and best practices. Hybrid working options are available, with a competitive package including pension and a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in sprinkler system design within the UK market.
• Strong 3D CAD/BIM skills (AutoCAD, Revit or similar).
• Solid understanding of LPC rules and BS EN 12845 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate sprinkler system designs using 3D CAD modelling and BIM coordination tools.
• Work from concept through installation drawings, ensuring LPCB and BS EN standards compliance.
• Liaise with project managers, clients and site teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Calculate hydraulic requirements and prepare technical submissions.
• Keep up to date with codes, standards and best practices in fire suppression.

Skills

3D CAD

BIM coordination

BS EN 12845 knowledge

Fire safety legislation understanding

Education

LPCB Basic Design qualification advantageous

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Sprinkler Design Engineer - Hybrid Working

Salary/Package - £60k - £65k Basic + Benefits

Location - Hybrid ( Manchester office )

What you'll do

• Produce accurate sprinkler system designs using 3D CAD modelling and BIM coordination tools
• Work from initial concept through to installation drawings, ensuring LPCB and BS EN standards compliance
• Liaise with project managers, clients, and site teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Calculate hydraulic requirements and prepare technical submissions
• Keep up to date with the latest codes, standards, and best practices in fire suppression

What you'll need

• LPCB Basic Design qualification advantageous
• Proven experience in sprinkler system design within the UK market
• Strong 3D CAD / BIM skills (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)
• Solid understanding of LPC rules, BS EN 12845, and relevant fire safety legislation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Why this role?

• Work on varied, high-profile commercial projects
• Support for ongoing professional development
• Friendly, collaborative culture where your ideas are valued
• HYBRID working options being offered
• Competitive pay, pension, and performance bonus scheme

Full transparency is given from the start. INDSB