Fire Alarm Design Engineer

Job Description:

Fire Alarm Design/Estimating Engineer – Up to £45,000 + Pension, Life Assurance, 25 Days Holiday

Location: UK – Hybrid / Midlands or South-based
Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
Industry: Fire & Security Systems

ABOUT

Join a respected and growing fire & security specialist, delivering fully integrated safety solutions across a wide range of commercial and industrial clients. You’ll be part of a close-knit design and estimating team producing accurate, standards-compliant fire alarm designs and cost estimates, supporting both pre-sales and project delivery. This role offers technical challenge, collaborative teamwork, and real career progression opportunities.

Benefits - Fire Alarm Design Engineer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
• Pension plan
• Career development and ongoing manufacturer training
• Employee recognition programme
• Mental health & wellbeing support

Responsibilities - Fire Alarm Design Engineer
As a Design/Estimating Engineer, your role will include:

• Producing compliant fire alarm system designs and proposals in line with BS 5839 and other regulations
• Working with business development and project teams to cost and present tailored solutions
• Liaising with M&E contractors, end users, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered to standard and on time
• Managing multiple design projects and enquiries simultaneously
• Providing technical guidance, support, and mentorship within the design team
• Preparing project handover documentation and maintaining design records

Requirements - Fire Alarm Design Engineer

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Design or Estimating Engineer
• Strong technical knowledge of fire detection systems (Gent, Hochiki, Advanced, Ziton)
• Proficient in AutoCAD and producing accurate, compliant drawings
• FIA Design Qualification (or equivalent) desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Professional, relationship-driven approach with strong teamwork and customer focus

Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to join a company that blends the personal feel of a regional business with the stability and support of a larger group. You’ll enjoy:

• Real influence over your work and designs
• Access to ongoing training and progression opportunities
• A culture that values collaboration, technical excellence, and work-life balance
• A supportive team environment where quality and compliance are highly valued

Apply Now!
If you’re an experienced Fire Alarm Design/Estimating Engineer based in or near the UK, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development.

Keywords to support your application:
Fire Alarm Design Engineer, Estimating Engineer, AutoCAD, Fire Detection Systems, BS 5839, Project Delivery, M&E Contractor Liaison, Technical Support, FIA Design Qualification, Customer Service, Fire & Security, Cost Estimation