Trainee Fire Protection Design Engineer - Learn & Grow

First Call Contract Services, Ltd.; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

First Call Contract Services, Ltd. is seeking a Trainee Design Engineer to join the Little Walden team.

This role offers full training with a focus on learning fire sprinkler design using AutoCAD and Revit, and plan layouts for large buildings across London and surrounding areas. You will learn to create drawings, carry out basic calculations, and work with engineers and project managers to ensure designs meet safety standards.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• A genuine willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• An interest in engineering, construction, design or building services.
• Ability to work full-time from the Little Walden office.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to create drawings of fire sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Help plan where sprinkler pipes and equipment need to be positioned within buildings.
• Learn how to carry out basic calculations to make sure the system will work correctly.
• Work with engineers, project managers and other teams to make sure designs work with the rest of the building.
• Visit building sites to take measurements and understand what is needed for each project.
• Work closely with the wider team to make sure designs are completed accurately and on time.
• Develop your knowledge of fire protection and how sprinkler systems are designed and installed.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

First Call Contract Services, Ltd. is seeking a Trainee Design Engineer to join the Little Walden team.

This role offers full training with a focus on learning fire sprinkler design using AutoCAD and Revit, and plan layouts for large buildings across London and surrounding areas. You will learn to create drawings, carry out basic calculations, and work with engineers and project managers to ensure designs meet safety standards.