Design Engineer

Johnson Controls; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Design Engineer for fire suppression projects in Sunbury-on-Thames. The role includes design responsibilities with the potential for hybrid working. The ideal candidate will have LPCB qualifications, AutoCAD experience, and a strong grasp of fire suppression standards. A commitment to safety and the development of internal relationships is essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays and sick pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive product and cross-training opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of LPC rules and standards.
• Experience drafting design specifications and contractual documentation.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with varying deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage fire suppression design on regional projects.
• Conduct site visits for surveys and design meetings.
• Ensure designs meet approval and construction deadlines.

Skills

Fire suppression design knowledge

AutoCAD experience

Ability to build strong internal/external relationships

Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

LPCB Basic qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Design Engineer – Fire Suppression

What you will do

As a Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for fire suppression design elements on regional projects. You’ll join the JCI Fire Suppression Design Team based in Sunbury, with hybrid working available (subject to experience and agreement with your Design Manager).

Occasional UK site visits will be required for surveys, progress reviews, drawing mark‑ups, and client design meetings.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral scheme, discounts (high street brands, cycle‑to‑work, JCI security products)
• Extensive product and cross‑training opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Career development through multiple ladders
• Commitment to safety via Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups
• Training on company values
• All equipment required to complete jobs

How you will do it

• Understand customer requirements
• Ensure design schedule meets approval, fabrication & construction deadlines
• Liaise with sales & contract managers on specifications, installation & bracketing
• Complete Design Risk Assessments
• Maintain daily client communication
• Work closely with colleagues for smooth project handover from sales to completion

What we look for

Required

• LPCB Basic qualification
• AutoCAD experience
• Fire suppression design knowledge (LPCB rules, NFPA, FM Global standards)
• Understanding of LPC Rules, BS EN 12845, NFPA, FM Global standards
• Ability to build strong internal/external relationships
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Experience with design specifications & contractual documentation

Preferred

• BIM experience