Fire Protection System Design Engineer

Unique MEP Projects Pvt. Ltd; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Unique MEP Projects Pvt. Ltd seeks an experienced Fire Protection System Design Engineer to lead end-to-end design of active fire protection systems. You will ensure IS and NFPA compliance, perform hydraulic calculations, and review drawings prior to client submission.

The role requires expertise in pump rooms, hydrant and sprinkler systems (including In-Rack), fire curtains, and HVWS/MVWS, with coordination of drafting teams and BOM/Technical documentation.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Fire & Safety Engineering (or equivalent).
• 3–8 years of experience in Industrial/Commercial Fire Protection Design.
• Strong grasp of IS and NFPA codes; capable of hydraulic calculations and layout reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of fire protection systems including pump rooms, hydrant networks, In-Rack sprinklers, fire curtains, HVWS/MVWS.
• Prepare and review layouts, P&IDs, schematics, and single-line drawings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for pressure, flow, and pipe sizing.

Skills

Fire Protection Design

Hydraulic Calculations

IS/NFPA Standards

P&ID Review

BOQ/BOM Preparation

Client Liaison

Education

B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical)

Fire & Safety Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

FireCad

Elite

Job description

Reports To: Lead Fire Protection Engineer / Design Head

Experience: 3–8 Years in Industrial/Commercial Fire Protection Design

Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Fire & Safety Engineering (or equivalent)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and technically sound Fire Protection System Design Engineer responsible for the end-to-end design of active fire protection systems. The candidate must have a strong grasp of Indian Standards (IS) and international codes (NFPA) along with the ability to perform hydraulic calculations, system layout, and review of drafting documents prior to client submission. The position requires expertise in fire pump room design, hydrant and sprinkler systems (including In-Rack), fire curtain networks, and HVWS/MVWS systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Engineering of the following systems:
• Fire Pump Room with proper pump capacity selection (hydrant & sprinkler duty) - Fire Hydrant Network (External & Internal)
• In-Rack Sprinkler System (Warehouse/Storage Facility Applications)
• Fire Curtain and Drenching Systems
• High Velocity Water Spray System (HVWS)
• Medium Velocity Water Spray System (MVWS)
• Prepare and review fire protection layouts, P&IDs, schematic diagrams, and single-line drawings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for pressure, flow rate, and pipe sizing using specialized software or manual methods.
• Selection of fire protection equipment (pumps, valves, nozzles, sprinklers, detectors, control panels, etc.).
• Coordinate with drafting team and thoroughly review drawings before submission.
• Ensure design compliance with applicable standards and codes, such as: - IS 1501, IS 15325, IS 13039, IS 3844, IS 2190 - NFPA 10, 13, 14, 15, 20, 22, 25 and 72 as applicable
• Provide design clarifications to clients, consultants, and authority-having-jurisdiction (AHJ) during technical meetings or approvals.
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM), Technical Datasheets, Design Basis Reports, and other engineering documents.
• Support tendering teams with technical inputs and BOQ verification.
• Proficiency in designing various fire protection systems as per IS and NFPA. Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, prepare hydraulic calculations, and select system components.
• Knowledge of fire detection and alarm system integration.
• Familiarity with software like AutoCAD, FireCad, Elite, or equivalent. Thorough understanding of fire pump sizing, head loss calculation, zoning and flow path logic.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and documentation skills. Strong coordination and communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Fire Protection Design (NFPA, CFPS, etc.) is preferred.
• Familiarity with factory prefabricated piping system integration will be an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in coordination with local fire authorities for approvals (TAC / CFO / Fire Dept.).

Employment Type: Full-Time

Remuneration: Best in Industry (based on experience and expertise)