Fire Suppression Engineer
jci· TFIS Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions (UK) Limited
About this role
Fire Suppression Pre-Sales Engineer
What You Will Do
As a Fire Suppression Pre-Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for designing medium to high complexity fire suppression system solutions that meet customer requirements and project objectives. Working closely with sales teams, customers, project managers, and engineering colleagues, you will provide technical expertise throughout the sales and proposal process. You will develop system designs using industry-standard design tools such as AutoCAD and Building Information Modelling (BIM) software, ensuring solutions are technically compliant, commercially viable, and aligned with customer specifications. In addition, you will provide technical leadership, support quality assurance activities, and mentor junior engineers to maintain high standards across the engineering team.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Ongoing technical training and professional development
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile fire protection projects
- Access to industry-leading technologies and solutions
How You Will Do It
- Design medium to high complexity fire suppression system solutions in support of sales opportunities.
- Develop system layouts, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation using AutoCAD, BIM, and other engineering design tools.
- Review customer requirements, project specifications, and applicable industry standards to create compliant solutions.
- Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical support during customer meetings, presentations, and bid submissions.
- Produce accurate engineering estimates and technical proposals to support project delivery.
- Conduct design reviews and quality control checks to ensure engineering deliverables meet company standards.
- Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to optimise solution design and project outcomes.
- Support value engineering initiatives to improve system performance and cost efficiency.
- Provide guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers.
- Stay current with fire suppression technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.
What We Are Looking For
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in fire suppression, life safety, or related systems design.
- Strong experience designing medium to high complexity fire suppression systems.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, BIM, and other engineering design applications.
- Strong understanding of fire suppression system standards, codes, and regulations.
- Experience producing technical drawings, calculations, and project documentation.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop other engineers.
Preferred:
- Experience supporting pre-sales, bid, or proposal activities.
- Knowledge of special hazard suppression systems and emerging fire protection technologies.
- Professional engineering registration or relevant industry certifications.
- Experience working within a global engineering or building technologies environment.
About Us
At Johnson Controls, we're shaping the future to create a world that is safe, comfortable, and sustainable. Our global team creates intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure, and next-generation fire and security systems. Through innovation and expertise, we help customers protect people, assets, and operations while delivering smarter, more connected environments. Joining our Fire Suppression team means becoming part of a global organisation committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and customer success.
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This Fire Suppression Engineer role at jci is based in Sunbury-on-Thames-Surrey-United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Fire Suppression Engineer role at jci full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Fire Suppression Engineer role in the TFIS Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions (UK) Limited department at jci.
Which team or department does the Fire Suppression Engineer at jci belong to?
This Fire Suppression Engineer position is part of the TFIS Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions (UK) Limited department at jci. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Fire Suppression Engineer job at jci posted?
This Fire Suppression Engineer position at jci was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Fire Suppression Engineer
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