Security jobs in United Kingdom

Job Description

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.

Our Commitment:

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 entering an exciting phase filled with new opportunities. We need passionate individuals like you to help make the world a safer place.

We offer a platform for career progression with a range of opportunities, including:

• Excellent base salary up to £60K
• Bonus
• 22 days holidays plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional leave
• Company pension scheme
• Employee scholarship scheme
• Private Health Care
• Benefits Central Platform for rewards, recognition, and wellbeing resources
• Bravo Awards recognizing outstanding contributions

Goals and Objectives:

• Ensure high-quality system designs in compliance with relevant standards and deadlines.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities:

• Design sprinkler systems for various applications (large and small works, LPC Rules, NFPA, FM)
• Take design responsibility throughout project lifecycle.
• Produce technical documentation, installation drawings, and coordination models.
• Perform hydraulic calculations.
• Conduct on-site surveys as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and project specifications.

Qualifications:

• Minimum LPCB Basic Design qualification.
• LPCB Intermediate and FHC qualifications are advantageous.
• Knowledge of LPC sprinkler rules is essential; familiarity with FM & NFPA standards is a plus.
• Degree or HND in a related discipline is advantageous.
• Relevant design experience, including technical documentation and drawing preparation.
• At least five years of fire sprinkler system design experience; experience with water mist, hydrants, and riser systems is beneficial.

Additional Information:

Vipond Fire Protection Ltd, established in 1969, is a UK and Ireland-wide company now part of API Group Corp, a NYSE-listed company. API Group is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with over 200 locations worldwide, combining personalized service with global industry leadership to advance fire protection and safety.

This role is ideally suited for a designer based near East Kilbride, Glasgow, Hamilton, or Motherwell.