Lead Engineer

Job description

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