Application Engineer - Fire Suppression Design

About the role

Johnson Controls is hiring an Application Engineer for its Global Complex Engineering (GCE) Fire Suppression team in Bangalore. The role designs sprinkler and gas suppression systems in line with BSEN, NFPA, FM and IS codes and standards, supporting Fire Life Safety Sales and Design. It involves project take-offs, specification interpretation, scope of work, risk analysis, code compliance and value engineering.

Key responsibilities

• Design fire suppression systems according to local codes and standards
• Review MEP drawings and tender specifications to identify fire suppression requirements
• Complete input studies using an input checklist and raise RFIs
• Prepare fire suppression layouts and engineering BOMs
• Ensure quality assurance and defect-free delivery of drawings on time
• Follow processes and guidelines, and learn the company's design, bid and quote tools

Required profile

• BE or M.Tech in Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation, Electrical or Electronics
• 4-8 years of experience in a relevant field
• Strong domain knowledge of fire fighting and gas suppression systems
• Ability to design gas suppression systems such as Novec, FM200, Inergen and CO2, sprinklers, hydrants, water spray and special hazards, plus hydraulic calculations, pump room design and water demand coordination
• Knowledge of BSEN, NFPA and relevant codes and standards
• Understanding of tender documents and specifications
• Quick learner, team player, highly organized and able to lead multiple simultaneous projects

Required skills

• AutoCAD, FireCAD, SprinkCAD, Revit and Navisworks
• NFPA certification preferred, with CFPS and LPCB certification attainable within 12 months of hire
• Suppression system and product knowledge is an added advantage

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
• Collaborative team environment and a Zero Harm safety policy