PHE- Fire Design Engineer

SJ Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong in Mumbai is seeking an experienced PHE & Fire Fighting Design Engineer to lead design and delivery of plumbing, PHE, and fire protection systems for diverse building projects.

You will develop layouts, perform hydraulic calculations, and coordinate with Architecture, Structures, Electrical, HVAC, and BIM teams to ensure integrated, compliant designs. Eligible candidates have 5–10 years in PHE/Fire Fighting and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical / civil engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in PHE, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting design and engineering.
• Strong knowledge of building services design and MEP coordination.
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit MEP/BIM is preferred.
• Good understanding of NBC, IS Codes, NFPA, and other applicable international standards.
• Experience in design software and engineering calculation tools will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience in handling large-scale and complex building projects will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of PHE, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting systems for building projects.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Develop system layouts, schematic diagrams, and detailed design documentation.
• Design water supply, drainage, stormwater, sewage, and rainwater harvesting systems.
• Design fire protection systems, including fire hydrant, sprinkler, hose reel, fire water storage, and pumping systems.
• Carry out hydraulic calculations and sizing of pipes, pumps, tanks, and associated equipment.
• Coordinate PHE and Fire Fighting designs with Architecture, Structural, Electrical, HVAC, and other MEP disciplines.
• Review and coordinate BIM/Revit models and CAD drawings to ensure design integration and clash-free deliverables.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable Indian and international codes, standards, and local authority requirements.
• Support project teams in preparing tender documentation, BOQs, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Review drawings and technical submissions from junior engineers and BIM/modeling teams.
• Participate in design coordination meetings with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide technical support during project execution and resolve design-related issues.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

Skills

Strong building services knowledge

MEP coordination

Hydraulic calculations

BIM/Coordination with BIM

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical / civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP/BIM

Job description

Job Description:

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 5–10 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: MEP / Building Services

Position: PHE & Fire Fighting Design Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced PHE & Fire Fighting Design Engineer to join our MEP design team in Mumbai. The candidate will be responsible for the design, engineering, coordination, and delivery of Plumbing, Public Health Engineering (PHE), and Fire Fighting systems for a variety of building projects, including commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, and infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of PHE, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting systems for building projects.


• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and engineering drawings.


• Develop system layouts, schematic diagrams, and detailed design documentation.


• Design water supply, drainage, stormwater, sewage, and rainwater harvesting systems.


• Design fire protection systems, including fire hydrant, sprinkler, hose reel, fire water storage, and pumping systems.


• Carry out hydraulic calculations and sizing of pipes, pumps, tanks, and associated equipment.


• Coordinate PHE and Fire Fighting designs with Architecture, Structural, Electrical, HVAC, and other MEP disciplines.


• Review and coordinate BIM/Revit models and CAD drawings to ensure design integration and clash-free deliverables.


• Ensure designs comply with applicable Indian and international codes, standards, and local authority requirements.


• Support project teams in preparing tender documentation, BOQs, specifications, and technical submissions.


• Review drawings and technical submissions from junior engineers and BIM/modeling teams.


• Participate in design coordination meetings with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.


• Provide technical support during project execution and resolve design-related issues.


• Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical / civil engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.


• 5–10 years of relevant experience in PHE, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting design and engineering.


• Strong knowledge of building services design and MEP coordination.


• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit MEP/BIM is preferred.


• Good understanding of relevant NBC, IS Codes, NFPA, and other applicable international standards.


• Experience in design software and engineering calculation tools will be an advantage.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.


• Experience in handling large-scale and complex building projects will be preferred.

Preferred Project Experience

Experience in PHE and Fire Fighting design for one or more of the following:

• Commercial Buildings


• Residential Developments


• IT / Office Campuses


• Hotels & Hospitality


• Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities


• Airports


• Mixed-Use Developments


• High-Rise Buildings


• Infrastructure Projects

Key Competencies

• PHE & Plumbing System Design


• Fire Fighting System Design


• Hydraulic Calculations


• Design Coordination


• MEP / BIM Coordination


• Technical Documentation


• Knowledge of Codes & Standards


• Client & Stakeholder Coordination


• Team Collaboration


• Project Delivery

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