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.