Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Company Description

INI Design Studio is an award-winning, multidisciplinary design practice with offices in Ahmedabad, Dehradun, London, Mumbai, New Jersey, Pune, Rajkot, Surat, and Vizag. We offer professional consulting services in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Urban Design, Landscape, Sustainability, Interiors, Research and Art. Our team of 450+ professionals provide services for projects in India and internationally. At INI Design Studio, we prioritize sustainability, excellence, and collaboration.

Role Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Fire Protection Senior Engineer with 5 to 8 years of core design experience at Ahmedabad office. In this role, you will take ownership of the engineering, design, and calculation of advanced fire safety systems. You will bridge the gap between initial concepts and final execution, ensuring all designs are robust, fully compliant, and seamlessly integrated with other engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design: The design and detailing of active fire protection systems (sprinklers, water spray, foam, gas, and fire pumps) and passive system recommendations.
• Hydraulic & Engineering Calculations: Perform independent hydraulic modelling, pump head calculations, and pipe sizing .
• Code Compliance: Ensure all design layouts strictly adhere to NFPA, national building codes (NBC), and local authority guideline.
• BIM & CAD Engineering: Develop and review 2D drawings using AutoCAD. Knowledge of BIM modelling has advantage.
• Documents: Prepare technical specifications, data sheets, and comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BOQ); evaluate technical data sheet.
• Site & Project Support: Provide technical solutions to site teams, address requests for information (RFIs), and participate in design review meetings.

Qualifications & Technical Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or Fire Protection Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 5 to 8 years of dedicated experience in fire protection design within an engineering consultancy or EPC environment.
• Core Skills: Deep understanding of water-based and gas-based suppression systems, fire dynamics, and hazardous area classification.