Lead Engineer

LNT/LE/1742577

BNF-Buildings & Factories

Chennai Head Qrs.

Posted On 06 Jul 2026

End Date 02 Jan 2027

Required Experience8 - 12 years

Skills

Knowledge & Posting Location

Fire Protection Engineering

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Job Description

To lead Fire Protection System (FPS) design activities ensuring compliance with life safety codes, reliability standards, and performance requirements through effective design coordination and review.

SECTION III: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

Develop FPS design layouts, hydraulic calculations, and system specifications.

Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, IS, and TAC standards.

Review sprinkler layouts, hydrant networks, and pump room design.

Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.

Conduct value engineering for cost optimization.

Provide design support during site execution and commissioning.

SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS

Internal Stakeholder

Purpose of Interaction

MEP and QA/QC Teams | To align design quality and safety compliance

Procurement and Planning Teams | Material and specification coordination

External Stakeholder

Purpose of Interaction

Clients and Consultants | Design approval and compliance review

Vendors and Integrators | Technical alignment and interface coordination

SECTION V: KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE

Minimum Qualifications

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services Engineering

Language Skills

Proficient in English and local language for on-site coordination

EXPERIENCE

Years of Experience

8–12 years

Nature of Ex.

Proven design and coordination experience in FPS for large buildings, industrial, or infrastructure projects.

SECTION VI: TECHNICAL & LEADERSHIP / BEHAVIORAL SKILLS REQUIRED TO EXECUTE THE ROLE

SKILLS

Technical Skills

Proficiency in FPS codes and hydraulic design principles

Understanding of pumps, sprinklers, and testing procedures

Leadership / Behavioural Skills

Team Leadership and Coordination / Execution Planning and Problem Solving / Communication and Negotiation