Fire & Security Design Engineer

Company Profile:

Sensetech Systems is an independent Fire Alarm, Security and Structured Data Cabling Company based within the City of London and close to London Bridge. Our company offers fully integrated and bespoke systems which are at the forefront of technology in Fire Alarm Systems, Security and Data Systems. We have numerous approvals including ISO9001 and LPS1014 and have been audited by numerous outside certification bodies in BRE and Achilles.

Our comprehensive range of services encompasses every Fire Alarm, Security and Data requirement from design, supply and installation through to ongoing maintenance and monitoring. With years of experience operating across both the public and private sectors Sensetech Systems has a proven track record of delivering a quality service every time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, and inclusion.

Role Summary

The Fire \& Security Design Engineer will take ownership of fire and security design packages from concept through to construction support, producing compliant, well\-coordinated designs across fire alarm and security systems.

The Fire \& Security Design Engineer will produce calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for fire alarm and security systems, working in accordance with BS 5839, relevant fire strategy and specifications, and coordinating closely with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design \& Engineering

· Take ownership of fire and security design packages from concept through calculations, drawings, specifications, technical submission, coordination, and construction support.

· Produce fire alarm system designs in accordance with BS 5839, covering system architecture, zoning, and cause \& effect, regarding BS 9999 and relevant fire strategy and Specifications where applicable.

· Produce security system designs covering CCTV, access control, intruder detection, intercom, and ANPR where applicable, including system architecture and device schedules.

· Coordinate with clients and consultants throughout the design process to ensure designs meet project and site requirements.

Fire Alarm Design \& Calculations

· Undertake detector selection, sounder/VAD design, loop loading, PSU, battery, and voltage\-drop calculations to support compliant fire alarm designs.

· Develop fire alarm zoning, interfaces, I/O schedules, and cause \& effect matrices.

· Produce fire alarm drawings, system schematics, and specifications, identifying and managing design risk throughout.

Security Design \& Calculations

· Develop security system architecture, storage calculations, and camera coverage assessments to support CCTV design.

· Produce access\-control architecture, door schedules, and integration requirements across security systems.

· Produce security schematics and specifications to support design and technical submission.

Technical Submissions \& Construction Support

· Prepare technical submissions for fire and security systems, ensuring compliance with client and consultant requirements.

· Provide coordination and construction support throughout the project lifecycle, resolving technical queries as they arise.

· Report to the Technical Manager on design progress, technical submissions, and project coordination.

Person Specification

SPECIFICATION

Essential \& Desirable

Experience

Essential

· Significant experience as a Fire \& Security Design Engineer, or equivalent, within the fire alarm and security industry.

· Proven experience taking projects from design concept through calculations, drawings, specifications, technical submission, coordination, and construction support.

· Strong working knowledge of BS 5839 and fire alarm system design, including cause \& effect, detector selection, and zoning.

Desirable

· Working knowledge of BS 9999 and relevant fire strategy interfaces.

· Experience with security system design, including CCTV, access control, and intruder detection, and FIA qualifications or equivalent design experience.

Qualifications, Knowledge \& Skills

Strong knowledge of fire alarm calculations, including loop loading, PSU, battery, and voltage\-drop calculations.

Strong knowledge of security system design, including device schedules, storage calculations, and camera coverage.

Ability to produce fire alarm and security drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage design risk.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant CAD/design software.

Personal Attributes

Highly organised, methodical, and quality focused.

Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Confident communicator, able to coordinate effectively with clients and consultants.

Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

Resilient and able to perform under pressure in a fast\-paced environment.

Work Environment

Office\-based with travel to client sites, industry events, and partner locations as required.

Employee Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave \+ 8 Bank Holiday (3 days retained for Christmas)

Pension with Nest (Post 3 Months of joining)

Private Healthcare

Mobile Phone \& Laptop for company use

Pay: £42,000\.00\-£52,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Free or subsidised travel


• Private dental insurance


• Private medical insurance

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