Fire Protection Design Engineer

Larsen & Toubro; Tamil Nadu; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro seeks a Fire Protection Design Engineer in Tamil Nadu to design, implement and oversee fire protection systems within building projects.

The role requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, compliance with fire safety standards, and delivering detailed design documentation and calculations. Strong technical expertise and project coordination are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7–8 years of experience in fire protection system design and engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of fire safety codes, standards and regulations.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools used in fire protection design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire protection systems including fire sprinklers, alarms and suppression systems.
• Collaborate with civil/electrical engineers and other stakeholders to integrate fire protection measures into building plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and analyze layouts to determine effective fire protection strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and national fire safety codes and standards.
• Create detailed design documentation including drawings, specifications and calculations.
• Collaborate with contractors and project managers during installation and testing phases.
• Stay updated with advancements in fire protection technologies and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support to resolve fire protection-related issues during construction or occupancy.

Skills

Fire protection design

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fire protection software

Job description

Job Summary

JD for Fire Protection Design Engineer:

Summary

The Fire Protection Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing fire protection systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and utilizing engineering principles to create effective fire protection solutions. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise in fire protection engineering, attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring the safety of structures and occupants.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire protection systems including fire sprinklers, alarms and suppression systems.
• Collaborate with civil/electrical engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire protection measures into overall building plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and analyze building layouts to determine the most effective fire protection strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and national fire safety codes and standards.
• Create detailed design documentation including drawings, specifications and calculations.
• Collaborate with contractors and project managers during the installation and testing phases of fire protection systems.
• Stay updated with advancements in fire protection technologies and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support and expertise to resolve fire protection-related issues during construction or occupancy.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals and technical proposals related to fire protection systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 7 to 8 years experience in fire protection system design and engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of fire safety codes, standards and regulations.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools used in fire protection design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects & tenders simultaneously.
• Experience working on Middle East projects or familiarity with Middle East fire safety standards will be an added advantage.