Sprinkler design engineer

Sprinkler design engineer

Employee type

Permanent

Salary

£55000 - £60000/annum Full Package

Category

Construction

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Job Description
Pay: £55,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Job Description: Job Overview Sprinkler Design Engineer – Manchester £55k -£60k Based in the Manchester office I am looking for a sprinkler design engineer to join a nationwide sprinkler company who will be based in the Manchester office. What you will be doing · Develop the design of the sprinkler system through a process of co-ordination with client representatives and other service contracts through to a final scheme. · Contribute to the design programme by monitoring same against the construction programme and specification requirements. · Issue all completion documents and certification. · Obtain all necessary information from all relevant parties for the preparation of fully designed working drawings including site, architects, consultants, builders and other trades. · Attend site meetings independently, when necessary, where design matters are on the agenda. · Preparation of complete working drawings in accordance with the appropriate design codes including establishing pipe sizes by hydraulic calculations. · From design drawings, list off materials for various purposes including material procurement, estimating of variations, schedule of rates etc. · Forward drawings / quantities of materials listed to suppliers / subcontractors for procurement purposes. Also, order materials and monitor and maintain levels of equipment. · Other activities as instructed by the Project manager / Design Manager. · Familiarise & comply with all company policies & procedures. What we will need from you · Comprehensive experience in a design engineering role within the sprinkler industry (essential) · Comprehensive knowledge and familiarity with LPC BS EN 12845 rule (essential) · LPCB Intermediate qualification & LPCB Full Hydraulic Calculation qualification (highly desirable) · Experience and proficiency in using Autocad (essential). Revit 3D experience (highly desirable). · Experience and proficiency in Full Hydraulic Calculation software ideally Canute (desirable) · Knowledge of Factory Mutual Standards (essential) · Knowledge of NFPA standards (highly desirable) · HND or Degree qualification in a construction/engineering design related topic (highly desirable) · Experience of managing, developing, mentoring and leading a team. · Successful, positive & professional communication with clients and colleagues at all levels along with professional promotion of the Company image through personal behaviours and conduct. · Organisational skills, time management, and ability to prioritise effectively meeting changing priorities. · Active problem solver with ability to utilise. · Demonstrates a “can do” attitude applying own initiative and working successfully under minimal supervision. · Full driving license. · Some flexibility will be required in terms of travel and working hours as there will be occasional nights away from home. Work Location: In person Work Location: In person