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Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.\nAbout the role\nWe are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Fire Suppression and Production Systems team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions for fire suppression systems, process equipment, and packaged systems projects.\nKey responsibilities include engineering design, calculations, technical documentation, stakeholder engagement, and supporting projects through their full lifecycle. You will take ownership of assigned work packages, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, project specifications, and relevant industry standards.\nWe welcome applications from engineers with experience in fire suppression, offshore oil & gas, process systems, pressure systems, hydraulic systems, or similar engineering environments.\nWhat We Can Offer:\nCompetitive salary\n25 days paid holiday + BH and sick pay \n7% matched pension \nFree life assurance \nEmployee assistance program \nEmployee referral scheme \nDiscounts on high-street brands \nCycle-to-work scheme \nDiscount on Johnson Controls security products\nExtensive product and on-the-job training with outstanding resources \nCareer development opportunities within a collaborative and encouraging environment \nCommitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy \nAccess to business resource groups and training on things we value \nKey responsibilities\nLeadership\nDemonstrate accountability and professionalism.\nSupport and mentor Graduate Engineers and CAD Designers.\nPromote knowledge sharing and engineering best practice.\nProject Management\nTake ownership of engineering work packages and deliverables.\nSupport project planning, risk management, and change control.\nMonitor progress, proactively communicate issues, and contribute to successful project delivery.\nTechnical\nProduce and review calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.\nDevelop mechanical designs for fire suppression and production systems.\nCarry out equipment sizing, component selection, and design verification.\nPrepare key project documentation, including BOMs, P&IDs, datasheets, reports, FDSs, test procedures, and IOMs.\nLiaise with suppliers and stakeholders to resolve technical queries.\nSupport FATs, testing, commissioning, and fabrication activities.\nIdentify risks, opportunities, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nWhat we look for\nEssential Requirements\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.\n3-7 years' experience in a relevant engineering role.\nExperience delivering projects within regulated industries.\nStrong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, standards, and industry codes.\nExperience with packaged equipment, pressure systems, or process systems.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills.\nProficient in Microsoft Office and Teams.\nFamiliarity with DNV, ASME, API, ISO, or equivalent standards.\nExperience acting as the engineering focal point with Classification Societies and Independent Verification Bodies.\nAbility to lead design reviews, address technical comments, and secure design approvals from organisations such as DNV, Lloyd's Register, BV, ABS, and TÜV.\nKnowledge of offshore, marine, and industrial certification requirements.\nDesirable Requirements\nExperience with water mist, CAFS, inert gas, or fire suppression systems.\nExperience within offshore oil & gas, energy, marine, or petrochemical sectors.\nWorking towards, or holding, IEng or CEng status.\nExperience supporting FATs, commissioning, or offshore/site-based activities.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4228,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Energy & Utilities","Government","Energy Efficiency","Smart City"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-03T00:36:37Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":90,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.903,"p_room":1,"age_days":1,"expected_fill_days":23,"reasons":["conf:5","velocity","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-03T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/johnson-controls-mechanical-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/johnson-controls-mechanical-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-04T01:56:13Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":2619,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":2381,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-05T00:00:00Z"}}}