Design Engineer (firefighting)

Key Responsibilities

• Design fire fighting and fire protection systems in accordance with project requirements and applicable codes/standards.

• Prepare fire fighting layouts, schematic drawings, riser diagrams, sections, and detailed design drawings.

• Design and coordinate systems including:

• Fire hydrant and wet riser systems

• Sprinkler systems

• Fire hose reel systems

• Fire water storage and pumping systems

• Fire extinguishing systems

• Fire department connections and related equipment

• Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and hydrant systems.

• Prepare fire pump selection calculations and coordinate pump room layouts.

• Calculate fire water demand, tank capacity, pipe sizing, pressure requirements, and flow requirements.

• Prepare BOQ/MTO, equipment schedules, valve schedules, and technical specifications.

• Review architectural, structural, and other MEP drawings for design coordination.

• Coordinate with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, civil, structural, and architectural teams.

• Review shop drawings, material submittals, technical datasheets, and vendor drawings.

• Conduct site visits and provide technical support during project execution.

• Address RFIs, technical queries, design changes, and site-related engineering issues.

• Ensure designs comply with applicable NFPA, NBC, IS, local authority, and project-specific requirements.

• Assist in preparing documents required for approvals from fire authorities and other statutory agencies.

• Participate in design reviews, client meetings, coordination meetings, and project discussions.

• Ensure drawings and calculations are completed within project schedules and quality requirements.