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Salary
≈ $50k – $79k per year (Estimated)
Location
Hybrid (Sunbury-on-Thames, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham, United Kingdom)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026. Johnson Controls scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Johnson Controls is a building technology company that makes and services heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, building automation and controls, fire detection and suppression systems, and security and access control products. It sells under brands such as York, Metasys and Tyco to commercial buildings, hospitals, data centers, schools and government facilities in more than 150 countries, and runs its North American operations from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The company is headquartered in Cork, Ireland.
Fire and/or Security Design Engineer
What You Will Do
Design and price fire detection, life safety, or security systems to meet standards such as BS5839-1, MOJ specifications, BS7273, and BS6266. Understanding networking principles is essential for interconnected systems. Designs may use AutoCAD/Revit and other software for complete systems or modifications to existing. You’ll manage technical aspects of design from tender through to installation demonstrating commercial awareness and presenting technology solutions to customers.
How You Will Do It
- Formulate and present technical Fire, Life Safety, or Security solutions across multiple sites.
- Showcase technical knowledge and commercial awareness during planning.
- Navigate ambiguity, meet deadlines, and manage change effectively.
- Prioritise competing tasks through strategic planning.
- Embrace new technology and innovation.
- Work with the on site team through to system hand over
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonus plan
- Hybrid working
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and sick pay
- Option to buy up to 10 extra holidays (up to 35 total)
- Pension plan with up to 7% employer match
- Life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme
- Exclusive discounts, including cycle-to-work and Johnson Controls products
- Excellent career development and progression opportunities
What We Look For
Required
- Lived in the UK for the past 5 years (security clearance required)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Fire OR Security systems
- Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels
- Experience in fast-paced, collaborative environments
- Excellent communication skills to convey technical info clearly
Beneficial
- Design experience (Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, Manufacturer specific tools)
- FIA Advanced Fire Design Certification (support provided)
- Site experience with surveys and design meetings
- Knowledge of MOJ, BS7273, BS6266 and other relevant standards which apply to fire and security systems
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