Fire Systems Designer

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 850.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Network Recruitment is seeking a seasoned fire protection engineer to design fire detection, alarm, voice evacuation and gaseous suppression systems for diverse projects in South Africa. You will prepare layouts, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, equipment schedules and installation drawings.

The role requires advanced knowledge of SANS standards, experience across commercial, industrial, mining, healthcare or data centres, and proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit.

Formación

• National Diploma, BTech, BEng, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 35 years' experience designing fire detection and life safety systems.
• Proven experience with commercial, industrial, mining, healthcare, or data centre fire protection projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of fire detection technologies, control panels, detectors, notification devices, and interface modules.
• Knowledge of addressable fire alarm systems from leading manufacturers such as Notifier, Ziton, Siemens, Bosch, Advanced, Kentec, or similar.
• Experience preparing technical documentation and engineering calculations.
• Valid driver's licence.

Responsabilidades

• Design fire detection, fire alarm, voice evacuation, and gaseous fire suppression systems for a wide range of projects.
• Prepare detailed system layouts, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, equipment schedules, and installation drawings.
• Perform fire system calculations, including battery standby calculations, voltage drop calculations, and detector spacing layouts.
• Select appropriate fire detection and suppression equipment based on project specifications and applicable standards.
• Develop cause-and-effect matrices and control philosophies.
• Coordinate designs with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, architectural, and structural engineering disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications, bills of quantities, tender documentation, and engineering reports.
• Review project documentation to ensure compliance with client requirements, SANS standards, and relevant fire codes.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and project handover.
• Assist with FAT, SAT, and commissioning where required.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and approval authorities throughout project execution.

Conocimientos

Fire system design

Stakeholder liaison

Engineering calculations

Educación

National Diploma, BTech, BEng or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Revit

Descripción del empleo

Key Responsibilities

• Design fire detection, fire alarm, voice evacuation, and gaseous fire suppression systems for a wide range of projects.
• Prepare detailed system layouts, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, equipment schedules, and installation drawings.
• Perform fire system calculations, including battery standby calculations, voltage drop calculations, and detector spacing layouts.
• Select appropriate fire detection and suppression equipment based on project specifications and applicable standards.
• Develop cause-and-effect matrices and control philosophies.
• Coordinate designs with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, architectural, and structural engineering disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications, bills of quantities, tender documentation, and engineering reports.
• Review project documentation to ensure compliance with client requirements, SANS standards, and relevant fire codes.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and project handover.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning where required.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and approval authorities throughout project execution.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma, BTech, BEng, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 35 years' experience designing fire detection and life safety systems.
• Proven experience with commercial, industrial, mining, healthcare, or data centre fire protection projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of fire detection technologies, control panels, detectors, notification devices, and interface modules.
• Knowledge of addressable fire alarm systems from leading manufacturers such as Notifier, Ziton, Siemens, Bosch, Advanced, Kentec, or similar.
• Experience preparing technical documentation and engineering calculations.
• Valid driver's licence.

Highly Advantageous

• SAQCC Fire Designer registration .
• Knowledge of SANS 10139 (Fire Detection and Alarm Systems).
• Experience designing gaseous fire suppression systems (FM-200, Novec 1230, Inergen, COâ).
• Experience with smoke detection, aspirating smoke detection (VESDA), beam detection, and flame detection systems.
• Knowledge of fire system networking, BMS integration, and graphical monitoring software.
• ECSA registration or eligibility for registration.
• Experience with mining, petrochemical, power generation, or mission-critical facilities.