Senior Fire Systems Engineer

PSR Rail Team are currently recruiting for a Senior Fire Systems Engineer to work full time in Central London. This will be working for a well established Rail contractor who are working on one of the biggest projects in the UK. Don't miss out!

🔥 Fire Systems Design Engineer - Role Overview

This role focuses on leading the end-to-end design and construction coordination of Fire Suppression, Hydrant, and Dry/Wet Riser Services, especially in large-scale infrastructure projects (Rail, Highways, Power). The position blends deep technical design with project management, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

✅ Key Responsibilities Breakdown

🔧 Design Leadership & Compliance

Lead fire system designs (Suppression, Hydrant, Riser).

Ensure compliance with:

BS9990 - Non-automatic fire-fighting systems in buildings

BS EN 12845 - Automatic sprinkler systems

Design verification and reviews of third-party MEP consultant work.

Focus on constructability, maintainability, and compliance.

🔄 Interface & Documentation

Develop Fire Alarm Cause & Effects documents.

Coordinate third-party interfaces (e.g., alarms, BMS, suppression, etc.).

Work with BRE Global or similar accreditation bodies.

👥 Project & Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Engineering Managers to resolve integration issues.

Drive standardisation, cost savings (value engineering), and innovation.

Support during tender, procurement, and construction phases.

🧑‍🏫 Line Management & Governance

Staff development and ensuring completion of mandatory training.

Promote H&S practices using tools like Notify.

Uphold information security and quality systems.

🧠 Person Specification

🎓 Qualifications (Essential)

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).

LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Certificate.

Membership in:

Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE),

Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), or similar.

Encouraged: Registration with Engineering Council (EngTech, IEng, or CEng).

🛠 Technical Knowledge & Skills

Extensive Fire Systems design (active + passive).

Advanced CAD/BIM capabilities for fire systems.

Deep familiarity with industry codes/standards.

Analytical, solution-driven approach.

🧰 Experience Required

Full lifecycle experience (tender → design → install → certification).

Specific focus on Rail sector projects.

Strong multidisciplinary coordination background.

Contact Dan Confrey at PSR Solutions for more info