via indeed · 26 June 2026 ·3 days ago

Fire Systems Design Engineer

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Reading Full-time Remote
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Design Engineer – Fire Protection

Reading (Hybrid)
£50,000 – £60,000 \+ Benefits

We're currently working with a leading fire protection business looking to appoint an experienced Design Engineer to join their growing design team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a range of fire detection and fire suppression projects, taking responsibility for producing high\-quality designs and supporting projects from concept through to completion.

The Role

As a Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

  • Producing detailed technical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD and/or Revit.

  • Designing fire detection and fire suppression systems in line with industry standards.

  • Preparing technical submissions, O\&M manuals and as\-built documentation.

  • Coordinating with project managers, engineers, clients and installation teams throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Reviewing design information and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and client specifications.

  • Providing technical support throughout project delivery.

Requirements

We're looking for someone with


  • Previous experience within the fire protection industry.

  • Design experience covering fire detection, fire suppression and/or sprinkler systems.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and ideally Revit.

  • Experience producing technical drawings, schematics, technical submissions, O\&M manuals and as\-built documentation.

  • Strong communication and coordination skills.

  • A proactive approach and excellent attention to detail.
What's on Offer
  • £50,000–£60,000 basic salary (depending on experience).

  • Hybrid working. (One office day per week)

  • Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects.

  • Supportive and collaborative design team.

  • Long\-term career progression with a growing business.
If you're an experienced Design Engineer with a background in fire protection and would like to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: £50,000\.00\-£60,000\.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading

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