Fire Projects Engineer / Industrial Fire Systems (IS 3218)
Limerick City | Hybrid
( 3 to 10+ years’ experience considered)
The Fire Engineer / Industrial Fire Projects Engineer supports the delivery of high-quality Fire & Life Safety System solutions for clients primarily within life sciences, pharmaceutical, high-tech manufacturing, and utilities sectors. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of Industrial Fire Regulations & Fire Systems (Industrial – IS 3218) at an engineering level, enabling them to work closely with Design Engineers, Large Manufacturing Clients, and the Sales & Commissioning Teams. Understanding the end-to-end commissioning of fire systems in an industrial setting would be necessary.
Meet the Employer
Headquartered in Limerick, my client has a great work environment are continuously expanding and highly successful in the pharma, med device, high tech and utility sectors. Delivering electrical and instrumentation fire and gas detection solutions. Feedback from engineers placed with the business has been extremely positive, highlighting the strong team culture, technical environment, and career development opportunities.
The Role
The Fire Projects Engineer – Fire & Life Safety Systems will be responsible for oversight and direction for engineering design, technical documentation, and design-phase support across complex industrial projects. Understanding Industrial Fire Systems Regulations & Compliance to instruct the Design Engineering Team internally.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the design, detection and fire alarm systems team, in compliance with I.S. 3218:2024, EN standards, and client requirements
- Support and maintain engineering documentation, including:
- System layouts and architectures
- Wiring diagrams and schematics
- Cable schedules, I/O lists, and instrument indexes
- Cause & Effect matrices and system narratives
- Support integration with fire and gas detection, suppression systems, BMS, and related control systems
- Review tender documents, specifications, and design criteria to develop compliant and buildable solutions
- Resolve technical and interface challenges using sound engineering judgement
Project & Technical Support
- Provide technical support to Project Managers, commissioning teams, site engineers, and vendors
- Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and compliance activities
- Respond to RFIs and technical queries during project execution
- Participate in client and internal design reviews
- Support change control and design revisions throughout projectS
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and review engineering documentation, including RAMS, risk assessments, commissioning packs, and as-built drawings
- Compile O&M manuals and final handover documentation
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, client, and internal quality standards
- Maintain strong document control and traceability throughout the project lifecycle
Required Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree, trade qualification, or equivalent experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, or E&I Engineering
- Experience with Industrial Fire Regulations
- Strong knowledge of I.S. 3218:2024 and related standards
- Experience supporting the production of structured engineering documentation
Desirable
- Experience within pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor, or high-tech manufacturing sectors
- Knowledge of VESDA, suppression systems, gas detection, or integrated life safety systems
- Familiarity with BMS, PLCs, or regulated project environments
The Environment
- Hybrid working model with 2–3 days from home
- Exposure to complex industrial life safety projects
- Structured engineering environment with strong technical governance
- Ongoing professional development and standards-based training
- Opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced engineering team
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