Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Building Services Mechanical Engineer (Fire) to join our client's team in Cape Town. This is a permanent position within the engineering and construction sector, offering an exciting opportunity to work on multi-disciplinary construction projects across South Africa and internationally. If you are passionate about fire safety design and compliance, and have a strong background in mechanical engineering, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
As a Building Services Mechanical Engineer (Fire), your key responsibilities will include:
Developing fire safety and fire compliance designs for diverse construction projects.
Managing small to medium projects independently and contributing to large projects as part of the fire design management team.
Designing firefighting equipment, smoke evacuation systems, stair pressurization systems, and fire sprinkler systems.
Applying SANS deemed-to-satisfy and rational fire safety design principles.
Conducting thermal modelling (advantageous but not mandatory).
Representing the company professionally in client meetings, site visits, and surveys.
Assisting in the preparation of tender documentation and general project management administration.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and experience:
Educational Background: BTech or BEng in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Fire Engineering within the building services environment.
Technical Expertise: Proficiency in SANS fire safety design standards, firefighting equipment design, and related systems.
Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
Professional Registration: Already registered or willing to apply for ECSA professional registration status.
If you are a driven individual with a passion for fire safety engineering and a desire to work on exciting projects, we would love to hear from you.