Reading, United Kingdom | Posted on 05/08/2026 Work Experience Fire Protection, Design Engineer, Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Active Fire Protection, Water-Based Suppression, Sprinkler Systems, Watermist Systems, Gaseous Suppression, Hydraulic Calculations, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, 2D AutoCAD, 3D BIM, BIM City Reading Province Reading Country United Kingdom Postal Code RG1 Job Description Location – Hybrid, Remote Reading Join a market leader specialising in bespoke fire detection and suppression systems, delivering end-to-end design, installation, and 24/7 maintenance. Operating as part of a wider safety group, the business predominantly serves critical infrastructure and complex data centres. Due to rapid business growth and an expanding portfolio of high-value critical infrastructure projects, they are looking for a Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer to join their growing design department. This is an urgent, high-impact hire where you will shape technical delivery, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovative 3D/BIM solutions across the business. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead all technical design activities, including system schematics, layouts, hydraulic calculations, and 3D/BIM models for active fire protection systems Produce detailed engineered system designs and technical submissions compliant with relevant UK, European, and international standards (e.g., BS 5839, BS 5266, BS 7671, BS 9251 / BS 8489, and NFPA) Generate, review, and issue as-built drawings, Operation
Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer employer: Solid Talent
Join a forward-thinking leader in construction innovation, where your expertise as a Senior CAD Automation Developer will be valued and nurtured. With a hybrid work model across key UK locations, you’ll enjoy a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth through mentorship and collaboration, alongside a competitive benefits package including generous holiday, pension contributions, and private medical care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic team dedicated to advancing engineering solutions.
