Engineer Mechanical

Atana (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is looking for a Fire Engineer to join their Mission Critical Facilities team. The role involves designing fire protection systems, leading a team, and liaising with local authorities. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, experience, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Membership eligibility to a professional body (e.g., IFE or ECSA).
• Experience working on Data Centers/Industrial buildings is advantageous.
• Problem-solving skills and comfortable working under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Fire protection engineering design including sprinkler systems.
• Liaison with local authorities and clients.
• Lead a fire protection engineering team, providing mentorship.

Skills

Relevant Fire Engineering qualification/certification

5-10 years relevant fire engineering working experience

Experience with Revit and integrated design

Knowledge of SANS 10400 Part T

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Revit

BIM

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

HVAC Design

Job description

Description

We have an opportunity for a Fire Engineer to join the Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) / Industry Advisory Groups (AGs) in the Johannesburg / Cape Town / Umhlanga offices of Atana.

Requirements

Desired Qualifications and Professional Registration

• Relevant Fire Engineering qualification / certification
• Membership / eligibility to be member of professional body i.e. IFE or ECSA
• 5 years (mid-level) / 10 years (senior) relevant fire engineering working experience
• Experience working on Data Centers / Industrial building facilities is advantageous
• Experience with Revit and integrated design

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fire protection engineering design including sprinkler protection systems fire detection & voice alarm systems smoke ventilation systems fire hydrants & fire hose reels reticulation and fire signage.
• Liaison with local authorities including council submissions and fire clearance certificates.
• Excellent knowledge of SANS 10400 Part T and experienced in rational fire designs.
• Lead a fire protection engineering team; provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Technical quality enforcement including technical design reviews and verifications.
• Interfacing of designs with other disciplines e.g. structural architectural mechanical & electrical.
• Handling full scope of fire consulting services on projects from concept to close-out.
• Implementing and ensuring of compliance to company quality management system.
• Use of international and local design standards and codes of practice including SANS BS ASIB etc.
• Liaison with clients and other consultants.
• Report to Lead Fire Engineer in MCF / Industry AG on fire team quality and performance metrics.
• Engineering the design in project teams. Specific installations such as sprinkler fire detection smoke heat extraction or gas extinguishing installation.
• Develop diagrams of the installation and coordinate with other disciplines for the initial space reservations.
• Modelling the installation in 3D Revit / BIM based on diagrams and coordinated space reservations under your supervision. Implement your knowledge based on functionality mountability accessibility and maintainability into the model to ensure that the contractor can build it according to our model without revising it.

Behaviours and Values Required

• Positive regard
• Interpersonal
• Efficiency orientation
• Respect
• Accountability
• Trustworthiness
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Ability to perform in a multidisciplinary team often with international colleagues
• Problem solving skills
• Comfortable working under pressure
• Goal-oriented
• Fast learner & adaptable
• Team & client focused

Atana (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity provider that embraces and encourages personal skills talents and different perspectives in its workforce.

Key Skills

• Mechanical Design
• System Design
• FEA
• ASME Codes & Standards
• CAD
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Creo
• SolidWorks
• Mechanical Engineering
• Autocad
• HVAC Design
• Autodesk Inventor

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1