Sprinkler Designer – London
Salary: £65,000 PA
CBW is currently recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing fire safety company committed to making the UK safer, one home at a time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth business delivering compliant, life-saving sprinkler solutions, with a competitive salary of £65,000 and clear career progression opportunities.
About the Role As a Sprinkler Designer, you will produce safe, compliant, and innovative fire protection designs. You will create detailed designs that meet British Standards and client specifications, ensuring every installation is efficient, cost-effective, and reliable.
This role suits candidates with a sharp technical mind, strong AutoCAD skills, and hands-on knowledge of residential sprinkler systems. Whether developing your career or already experienced, you will play a key role in protecting lives while growing within a high-performance, high-growth business.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce compliant sprinkler designs in line with BS 9251 (residential/domestic) and BS EN 12845 (commercial/industrial)
* Create accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings and detailed design packages for approval and installation
* Carry out hydraulic calculations using design software to ensure system performance and compliance
* Attend site surveys to assess layouts, water supplies, and technical challenges
* Advise on routes, coordination, and clash detection to ensure designs are buildable
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to clarify design requirements and resolve queries
* Provide technical support to estimators and the pre-construction team
* Keep up to date with standards, regulations, and best practice
* Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in residential sprinkler design (commercial/industrial experience beneficial)
* Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D essential; Revit or other BIM tools desirable)
* Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or degree) or equivalent experience preferred
* Strong understanding of BS 9251 and BS EN 12845
* Experience with hydraulic calculation software (e.g., Canute, Hyena, SpriCAD) desirable
* Logical, detail-driven, methodical approach – a “do it right first time” mindset
* Confident communicator with clear technical explanation skills
* Ambitious, proactive, and keen to grow within a fast-paced team
Personal Qualities
* Athlete’s Grit – pushing themselves and others to excel
* Captain’s Duty – taking ownership, acting with integrity, delivering on promises
* Fun Loving Heart – celebrating success and enjoying the journey
Why Work Here
* Collaborative and supportive environment for career development
* Tools and opportunities to deliver work you can be proud of
* Work alongside industry experts sharing knowledge and experience
* Bespoke personal development plan for every employee
* Ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring
* Spacious, modern workspaces with state-of-the-art facilities
Benefits
* Lunch, snacks, and refreshments provided, including fresh fruit and “Take Away Friday”
* Unlimited holiday provision
* Bonus scheme – earn up to 50% of annual salary
* Team socialising budget
* Private medical cover
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity
* Cycle to work scheme
* Reward and Recognition scheme – including European mini-breaks
* Two company events per year
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme