Element has an opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Sprinkler Design Engineer to join our Safety Critical Certification Body. Working remotely (or from our Warrington facility) the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the certification process by conducting design reviews, technical assessments, and performing site inspections to ensure compliance with scheme regulations and standards. Come and join Element in 2025, Making Tomorrow Safer Than Today! 

Design Reviews:

Evaluate fire sprinkler and suppression system designs for compliance with our certification scheme and relevant UK and international standards, including:

• BS EN 12845 (Fixed Firefighting Systems – Automatic Sprinkler Systems for Commercial and Industrial)
• BS 9251 & 16925 (Fire Sprinkler Systems for Domestic and Residential Occupancies)
• BS 8458 and BS 8489 (Water Mist Systems)
• Building Regulations / Code of practice and other applicable guidance
• Verify hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, and system layouts to ensure compliance and operational efficiency

Site Inspections:

• Conduct on-site evaluations of sprinkler and suppression systems, ensuring that installations align with approved designs 
• Assess installation quality and adherence to industry best practices, identifying risks or non-compliances
• Document findings in comprehensive inspection reports

Certification Process:

• Support the certification process by reviewing designs and inspecting installations to ensure systems meet safety, performance, and scheme requirements
• Maintain records of assessments, inspections, and communications to ensure traceability and transparency throughout the certification lifecycle

Training and Development:

• Stay current with industry standards and best practices, maintaining knowledge of UK-specific regulations and standards updates
• Participate in professional training and qualifications offered by leading bodies, including:     
• BAFSA (British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association) training and certification programs
• RSA (Residential Sprinkler Association) qualifications
• BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment) certification schemes for fire suppression systems
• FPA (Fire Protection Association) courses on fire safety design, installation, and maintenance

Continuous Improvement:

• Contribute to the development of internal policies and procedures
• Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues

Essential:

• Proven expertise in the design and assessment of fire sprinkler and suppression systems
• In-depth knowledge of design standards, including BS EN 12845 and / or BS EN 16925 and BS 9251 and/or BS 4548 and BS 8459
• Strong understanding of fire dynamics, system performance, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in using hydraulic calculation and design software
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise technical reports

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
• Professional certifications or training from bodies such as BAFSA, RSA, BAFE, or FPA
• Membership with a relevant professional organisation, such as the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)
• Experience working within a certification or regulatory body 

Benefits of working at Element

33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance  / Legal & General Pension scheme with total contributions up to 12% / Flexible Working / Cycle Scheme / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme / Car Allowance 

For more information on Element's BUILT division, please take a look at our e-brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/7032c5bd-3645-4c48-86d4-b568d53de400

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To apply please email derek.grist@element.com

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When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

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