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# Principal Fire Systems Engineer

- **Company:** PSR Solutions Limited
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Salary:** £85,000.0 - £110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Value Engineering
- **Published:** July 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2898071278-2

## About the Role

* Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
 * LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Certification (even though it's more suppression-related, it's listed here).
 * Fire Detection Training:
 + BS 5839-1 Fundamentals - Units 1 & 2
 + BS 5839-1 Fundamentals to Advanced
 * Professional body membership (IFE, IMechE).
 * Engineering Council registration encouraged (EngTech / IEng / CEng).

Technical Skills & Knowledge (Essential)

 * Deep understanding of:
 + BS 5839-1 (Fire Detection & Alarm design)
 + Network Rail / TfL standards
 + Passive and active fire safety systems
 * Skilled in Fire Detection system design, BIM/CAD, and design assurance.
 * Authoring complex Cause & Effect documentation.
 * Familiarity with audit processes (BRE Global etc.).
 * Experience (Essential)

 * Significant experience designing Fire Detection and Suppression Systems in Rail sector projects.
 * Strong track record of managing client expectations, stakeholder coordination, and design integration.

## Description

Design & Delivery

 * Lead the design and design verification of Fire Detection systems.
 * Ensure compliance with BS 5839-1 and client-specific standards (e.g., Network Rail, TfL).
 * Review and manage MEP consultants' designs for:
 + Safety by design
 + Technical adequacy
 + Constructability & maintainability
 + Interface integration

Documentation & Compliance

 * Develop and author Fire Alarm Cause & Effects documents.
 * Coordinate all third-party system interfaces (e.g., HVAC, BMS, life safety).
 * Ensure design standards meet BRE Global / FM Global accreditation criteria.
 * Manage the LPS1014 F353 form to maintain compliance.

Stakeholder Coordination

 * Work with Engineering Managers, Project Managers, and CREs to ensure design strategy meets cost, quality, and timeline targets.
 * Provide technical responses, lead standardisation efforts, and promote value engineering.
 * Represent the team during meetings with accreditation bodies and clients.

Project & Line Management

 * Oversee and support procurement, tendering, and installation phases.
 * Mentor and develop junior, graduate, and intermediate engineers.
 * Lead small engineering teams in project delivery.
 * Actively participate in H&S management via the Notify system.
 * Ensure mandatory training and information security compliance.


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