Fire Protection Designer

Design Works Engineering

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Design Works Engineering is seeking a motivated Fire Protection Designer to join our growing team in Makati. This role will play a key part in supporting the continued growth of our Fire Protection team. At Design Works Engineering, we offer a career rather than a job. Supporting our team members to reach their full potential is at the heart of our business, and it is how we deliver superior value to our clients on each of our building projects. Design Works Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If you feel you are the right fit for this position, please apply confidently. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in the recruitment process. The most qualified candidates will be contacted directly by Design Works Engineering for further discussion.

Requirements

• An equivalent University Degree or diploma in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Fire Protection.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in designing fire protection systems for commercial buildings, low/high-rise buildings, multi-family residential, or industrial buildings.
• Strong communication skills are essential to effectively coordinate with inter-discipline teams, ensuring high-value engineering outcomes across projects.
• Knowledge and familiarity with fire protection industry codes and standards, including NFPA, national and provincial codes, and the ability to apply these in conjunction with client specifications for detailed fire protection system design.
• Proficiency in software tools relevant to fire protection engineering, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Fluency in English is required for clear and effective communication across all levels of project involvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Autosprink is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all project phases, ensuring compliance with applicable fire safety codes and standards while adhering to defined scope, timelines, and budget.
• Design and specification of Fire Protection Systems, including but not limited to fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, smoke management systems, and emergency lighting systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings and specifications for fire protection systems to ensure detailed and accurate representation of the designed systems.
• Review Client Specifications to ensure that all fire protection requirements are understood and incorporated into the design.
• Review shop drawings for compliance with the design and participate in the development of fire protection engineering standards to ensure consistency and high quality in all projects.
• Partner with cross-functional project team members to integrate fire protection systems with other building systems for a cohesive and efficient design.
• Perform fire risk assessments and modelling, including egress modelling and fire dynamics simulations, to ensure the safety and efficiency of fire protection strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree