Sprinkler Design Engineer
Summary of Role Working in a team within the H&K London regional office you will be instrumental in the design and program of sprinkler systems working on various sectors on Main Contract projects. What you will be doing * Develop the design of the sprinkler system through a process of co-ordination with client representatives and other service contracts through to a final scheme. * Contribute to the design programme by monitoring same against the construction programme and specification requirements. * Issue all completion documents and certification. * Obtain all necessary information from all relevant parties for the preparation of fully designed working drawings including site, architects, consultants, builders and other trades. * Attend site meetings independently, when necessary, where design matters are on the agenda. * Preparation of complete working drawings in accordance with the appropriate design codes including establishing pipe sizes by hydraulic calculations. * From design drawings, list off materials for various purposes including material procurement, estimating of variations, schedule of rates etc. * Forward drawings / quantities of materials listed to suppliers / subcontractors for procurement purposes. Also, order materials and monitor and maintain levels of equipment. * Other activities as instructed by the Project manager / Design Manager. * Familiarise & comply with all company policies & procedures. What we will need from you * Comprehensive experience in a design engineering role within the sprinkler industry (essential) * Comprehensive knowledge and familiarity with LPC BS EN 12845 rule (essential) * LPCB Intermediate qualification & LPCB Full Hydraulic Calculation qualification (highly desirable) * Experience and proficiency in using Autocad (essential). Revit 3D experience (highly desirable). * Experience and proficiency in Full Hydraulic Calculation software ideally Canute (desirable) * Knowledge of Factory Mutual Standards (essential) * Knowledge of NFPA standards (highly desirable) * HND or Degree qualification in a construction/engineering design related topic (highly desirable) * Experience of managing, developing, mentoring and leading a team. * Some flexibility will be required in terms of travel and working hours as there will be occasional nights away from home. What you can expect in return * Competitive & negotiable salary * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and option to buy 5 days * Contributory company pension scheme * Life Assurance * Company Funded Health Cash Plan * Hours 36.5 per week (Monday to Thursday 8.45 – 16.40, Friday 8.45 – 4pm) Note: You will be required to have a Basic DBS and driving licence check for this position