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Compco Fire Systems•Tipton, IA
•£35,000 - £50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Compco Fire Systems is hiring a Design Engineer to design detailed fire suppression systems for small and major works projects. The role is based in Worcester or Dudley Port, Tipton, with hybrid working, and offers up to £50,000 plus a company car or £415 per month allowance, 34 days of holiday and benefits. The Design Engineer will work to project plans and applicable industry design codes, client and insurer requirements, and building standards. The role involves collaboration with the Design Team, Sales & Estimating, and Contracts & QS teams to help deliver projects efficiently, on time and on budget. The work covers the design process beyond drawing, including surveys, hydraulic calculations, 3D coordination, client liaison and commercial awareness. Compco offers mentoring, training toward LPCB examinations, exposure to standards including BS 9251, BS 8489, BS 8458 and BS EN 12845, and access to Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and Canute. The company is part of APi Group, a global fire and life safety business.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
  • Excellent IT skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and automation tools.
  • A methodical approach and high attention to detail.
  • A track record of solving problems to deadlines.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to advise clients on the best approach.
  • CSCS Card.

Nice To Haves

  • Fire sprinkler design experience.
  • Familiarity with Canute software.
  • Knowledge of BS 9251, BS 8489, BS 8458 and BS EN 12845.
  • LPCB Basic or Intermediate examinations.
  • Design experience and an interest in developing a career in the field.

Responsibilities

  • Design detailed sprinkler systems in 2D and 3D, resolving clashes before they reach site.
  • Calculate and verify hydraulic performance, and produce supporting schematic diagrams.
  • Size fire pumps and tanks.
  • Visit sites to survey and understand project scope.
  • Work with clients, Estimating and Contracts teams to deliver projects on time and on budget, and keep clients informed of contract changes.
  • Attend Design Team meetings to coordinate services.
  • Produce P&IDs, bills of materials (BOMs), builders work layouts and QA paperwork.
  • Track design quantities against the estimate.
  • Complete quality assurance paperwork.

Benefits

  • Up to £50,000 salary.
  • Company car or £415 per month allowance.
  • 34 days holiday.
  • Benefits.
  • Mentoring and training toward LPCB examinations.
  • Career development opportunities.

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