Design Engineer - Fire Protection system (WET IC)

Job Summary

The Fire Protection System Designer is responsible for preparing detailed design drawings, layouts, hydraulic calculations, and documentation for fire protection systems in compliance with relevant codes and client specifications. This role supports engineering and project teams in delivering safe, code-compliant, and cost-effective designs across a range of projects, including commercial buildings, industrial plants, oil & gas, data centres, and infrastructure facilities.

Location : Chennai HQ

Department : Process Safety – Industrial & Desalination

Reporting to : Design Engineering Head / Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare design drawings (layouts, sections, details) for : Fire sprinkler systems (wet, dry, pre-action)Hydrant and hose reel systemsFire suppression systems (e.g., FM-200, Novec 1230, CO₂, IG-541)Deluge systems and foam-based protectionFire pump rooms and water storage tanks
• Perform hydraulic calculations using software (e.g., PIPENET , SprinkCALC, Elite , etc) to size piping and ensure system performance.
• Generate Bill of Quantities (BOQ), material take-offs (MTO), and datasheets.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, civil, instrumentation).
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, HCIS, FM Global, and project / client-specific standards.
• Support preparation and review of technical submittals, IFC / shop drawings, and as-built documentation.
• Attend design review meetings, site coordination calls, and support site execution / commissioning when required.

Codes & Standards :

Required Skills :

Construction & Commissioning Support :

Coordination & Communication :

Qualifications & Skills :

Education

Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Fire Engineering or related field.

Technical Skills

Soft Skills :

Experience :

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