Lead Fire Suppression Designer

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organisation. 

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organisation, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

We are looking for a proven fire protection engineer to join our fire protection engineering business in Italy.

You will also work as part of our European team globally on international projects.

We are proud to be an industry leader in defining the future of the industry by promoting the development and adoption of design methodologies and standards around the world and across industries.

Responsibilities

• Fire protection engineering.
• Helping customers find a more innovative and transformative approach.
• Advising on unique projects across the country and collaborating with technical experts across Europe.
• Preparing and presenting technical reports and presentations.
• Participating in business development.
• People management.
• Project Management supervision.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Extensive experience with designing sprinkler systems and broader in fire protection system design within all types of construction and supervision to construction.
• Knowledge of fire engineer Italian and International norms.
• Customer service experience and the ability to understand and respond to customer needs effectively with a commercial approach.
• People management experience.
• Project management experience.
• Registration in Ministry List (law 818/84) is an advantage.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Willingness and ability to innovate.
• Team player who can work effectively with colleagues at all levels in a global matrix organisation.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in relevant engineering software such as hydraulic calculation software (AutoCAD, Revit and SprinkCAD etc.).
• Good English skills.

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Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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