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Vipond Fire Protection, part of Chubb Fire & Security, now has an opportunity for a Senior Sprinkler Design Engineer for a remote opportunity. Following recent business wins, we are keen to add to our Design team to manage fire protection systems remotely.

Job Description

People are at the heart of everything we do, and your wellbeing is hugely important to us. That’s why we are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy in your career.

With a new partner in APi Group, we are faced with exciting times ahead – filled with plenty of new opportunities for you. To help us do this, we need people like you, with the desire to play your part in making the world a safer place.

We have created the perfect platform for you to progress your career with Vipond, with a range of opportunities available.

• Excellent base salary up to £60K dependent on experience and qualifications
• Bonus
• 22 days holidays plus bank holidays, plus option to purchase additional leave
• Company pension scheme
• Private Health Care
• Benefits Central Platform hosting employee reward and recognition initiatives and health and wellbeing resources
• Bravo Awards which recognise outstanding contributions from all employees and encourage excellence

Goals and Objectives:

• To ensure the system designs are produced in high quality, in compliance with relevant standards and within necessary timescales.
• To develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of sprinkler system designs for various applications (Large works, small works, LPC Rules, NFPA, FM)
• Design responsibility throughout the project lifecycle.
• Production of technical documentation, installation drawings, and coordination models.
• Production of hydraulic calculations.
• On-site surveying where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with relevant design standards and project specifications.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of LPCB Basic design qualification.
• LPCB Intermediate and FHC design qualifications are advantageous.
• Knowledge of LPC sprinkler rules is essential; knowledge of FM & NFPA standards is a plus.
• A degree or HND in a related discipline is advantageous.
• Relevant technical design experience, including technical documentation and drawings.
• Minimum five years’ experience in designing fire sprinkler systems; experience with water mist, hydrants, & dry/wet riser systems is a plus.

Additional Information:

Vipond Fire Protection Ltd has roots dating back to 1969. The company has expanded to cover the UK and Ireland. Its parent company, API Group Corp, is listed on the NYSE (NYSE: APG).

API Group is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with 38 independently managed service companies across more than 200 locations worldwide.

This design opportunity would suit a designer based near East Kilbride, Glasgow, Hamilton, or Motherwell.