Design Engineer

Larsen & Toubro

Key Responsibilities

• Fire Protection System Design

• Prepare concept, schematic, and detailed designs for fire protection systems including:

• Fire Detection & Alarm Systems (FDAS)

• Fire Suppression Systems

• Sprinkler Systems & Pre action systems

• Gas Suppression Systems (e.g., FM200, Novec, Inergen)

• Hydrant & Hose Reel Systems

• Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and hydrant networks.

• Prepare fire protection layouts, riser diagrams, and equipment sizing.

• Ensure designs comply with NFPA, NBC, FM Global, and local authority regulations.

• Expertise in design for air cooled, DCLC, LIC.

• ELV System Design

• Design and develop layouts for ELV systems, including:

• CCTV Surveillance Systems

• Access Control Systems

• Public Address / Voice Evacuation Systems

• Structured Cabling Systems

• BMS / IBMS integration

• Intrusion Detection Systems

• CPMS

• WLD, RRS, FLD

• DCIM & EPMS

• Prepare schematics, single-line diagrams, and cable routing drawings.

• Define system architecture and equipment specifications, knowledge of 7 layers of security.

• Data Center (DC) Design

• Design fire suppression systems specifically for Data Centers.

• Ensure compliance with TIA-942, Uptime Institute, and NFPA standards.

• Coordinate with MEP, IT, and infrastructure teams for DC environments.

• Design VESDA / Early Warning Smoke Detection Systems.

• Engineering & Documentation

• Prepare/Review design reports, BOQs, specifications, and tender documents.

• Conduct/Review load calculations and equipment selection.

• Prepare/Review technical submittals and compliance documentation.

• Coordination

• Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural teams, consultant, PMC, site execution teams.

• Participate in design review meetings and technical discussions.

• Support project teams during installation, testing, and commissioning for technical resolutions.

• Compliance & Standards

• Ensure designs meet international and local standards such as:

• NFPA

• NBC

• UL/FM

• TIA-942/Uptime

• Local Fire Authority Requirements

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Technical Skills

• Fire Protection System Design

• ELV System Design

• Hydraulic Calculations

• Fire Alarm System Design

• Gas Suppression System Design

• Data Center Infrastructure Design

• Software Skills

• AutoCAD

• Revit MEP (Preferred)

• Hydraulic calculation software

• MS Office

• BIM coordination tools (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
• Fire protection certifications
• NFPA Certification – Optional but advantageous
• CFPS (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) – Optional but advantageous

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of Data Center infrastructure
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary design environments
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Attention to technical details and safety compliance

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Hyperscale / Enterprise Data Center projects
• Exposure to BIM-based design environments
• Experience in international design standards