Position: Fire Design Engineer
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the site-wide expert for Temporary Fire Alarms & Detectors Design
Support permanent installation, temporary fire alarm engineers, and the Site Wide Team
Identify, reduce, and eliminate fire-related risks
Prepare designs, calculations, sketches, and diagrams to prevent fire spread and meet fire strategy
Incorporate fire safety procedures into designs, including emergency exits and fire alarms
Ensure site installations and compound areas comply with required fire standards
Lead and coordinate temporary fire alarm design requirements
Attend coordination meetings and liaise with installation teams
Prepare and manage planning schedules for temporary fire alarm designs
Coordinate with suppliers and quantify alarm equipment needs
Maintain design records and risk registers
Witness testing of commissioned alarms and sign off design compliance certificates
Support audits and maintain weekly temp fire design recordsKey Deliverable's:
Lead temporary fire alarm & detector design to support installation team
Maintain planning schedule and provide weekly progress reports
Coordinate end-to-end installation and witness test process
Update and maintain temp alarms risk register and site layout
Participate in and support fire audits
Organise and update weekly alarm testsRequired Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in alarm & detector design, installation, and commissioning
BAFE certification and Fire Alarm and Detection certification (BS 5839)
Knowledge of Fire Safety Order 2023
SMSTS site safety training or CCNSG Safety Passport
Proficiency in CAD/3D modeling and MS Office software
Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsDesirable Qualifications:
Awareness of UK nuclear site licence conditions
Construction site work experience
Knowledge of UK Electrical Safety Regulations
Understanding of FSO 23 BS 5839 and Fire ExtinguishersWork Environment:
The role involves working across the nuclear island, conventional island, balance of plant, and site-wide compounds, interfacing with various installation teams.
Our Values:
We seek candidates who demonstrate humility, positivity, respect, clarity, and solidarity in their work approach.If you are an experienced Fire Design Engineer looking for a challenging role in a complex, high-stakes environment, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and relevant certifications for consideration