Fire Alarm Design/Estimating Engineer
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
– 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
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