Sprinkler Designer
Sprinkler Designer – London
Salary: £65,000 PA
CBW is currently recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing fire safety company committed to making the UK safer, one home at a time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth business delivering compliant, life-saving sprinkler solutions, with a competitive salary of £65,000 and clear career progression opportunities.
About the Role As a Sprinkler Designer, you will produce safe, compliant, and innovative fire protection designs. You will create detailed designs that meet British Standards and client specifications, ensuring every installation is efficient, cost-effective, and reliable.
This role suits candidates with a sharp technical mind, strong AutoCAD skills, and hands-on knowledge of residential sprinkler systems. Whether developing your career or already experienced, you will play a key role in protecting lives while growing within a high-performance, high-growth business.
Key Responsibilities
Produce compliant sprinkler designs in line with BS 9251 (residential/domestic) and BS EN 12845 (commercial/industrial)
Create accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings and detailed design packages for approval and installation
Carry out hydraulic calculations using design software to ensure system performance and compliance
Attend site surveys to assess layouts, water supplies, and technical challenges
Advise on routes, coordination, and clash detection to ensure designs are buildable
Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to clarify design requirements and resolve queries
Provide technical support to estimators and the pre-construction team
Keep up to date with standards, regulations, and best practice
Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in residential sprinkler design (commercial/industrial experience beneficial)
Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D essential; Revit or other BIM tools desirable)
Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or degree) or equivalent experience preferred
Strong understanding of BS 9251 and BS EN 12845
Experience with hydraulic calculation software (e.g., Canute, Hyena, SpriCAD) desirable
Logical, detail-driven, methodical approach – a “do it right first time” mindset
Confident communicator with clear technical explanation skills
Ambitious, proactive, and keen to grow within a fast-paced team
Personal Qualities
Athlete’s Grit – pushing themselves and others to excel
Captain’s Duty – taking ownership, acting with integrity, delivering on promises
Fun Loving Heart – celebrating success and enjoying the journey
Why Work Here
Collaborative and supportive environment for career development
Tools and opportunities to deliver work you can be proud of
Work alongside industry experts sharing knowledge and experience
Bespoke personal development plan for every employee
Ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring
Spacious, modern workspaces with state-of-the-art facilities
Benefits
Lunch, snacks, and refreshments provided, including fresh fruit and “Take Away Friday”
Unlimited holiday provision
Bonus scheme – earn up to 50% of annual salary
Team socialising budget
Private medical cover
Family-friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity
Cycle to work scheme
Reward and Recognition scheme – including European mini-breaks
Two company events per year
Auto-enrolment pension scheme