Company Description V. S. Kukreja & Associates Pvt. Ltd. (VSKAPL) is a multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy firm that has been operating since 1982, building on its parent body founded in 1969.

The company brings together engineers, architects, draughtspeople, and data processing professionals to deliver integrated project solutions. VSKAPL focuses on timely completion and commissioning of projects while maintaining strong control over quality and costs. The firm provides comprehensive planning, engineering, project management, and construction management services for both natural and built environments.

Team members join a culture dedicated to engineering excellence and collaborative problem-solving.

Role Description The Senior Plumbing and Firefighting Design Engineer will lead the design and coordination of plumbing and firefighting systems for a variety of building and infrastructure projects. This full-time hybrid role is based in South Delhi, with some work-from-home flexibility as project needs permit. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing detailed designs, sizing and routing piping systems, preparing drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and client requirements.

The role involves reviewing and validating design calculations, coordinating with architectural, structural, and MEP teams, and supporting site teams during installation, testing, and commissioning. The engineer will also participate in client meetings, address technical queries, support value engineering, and contribute to quality assurance processes and documentation.

Job SummaryWe are looking for an experienced and technically competent Senior Plumbing and Firefighting Design Engineer to undertake the design, engineering, coordination, and execution support of plumbing, public health engineering (PHE), and firefighting systems for commercial buildings, institutional projects, airports, hospitals, residential complexes, and other infrastructure developments.

The candidate will be responsible for preparing design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, design basis reports (DBRs), and tender documents while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and statutory regulations.

Key ResponsibilitiesA. Plumbing and Public Health Engineering (PHE)

- Design and develop water supply, domestic water distribution, flushing water, hot water, and drinking water systems.
- Design soil, waste, sewage, and stormwater drainage systems.
- Prepare rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment plant (STP), and water treatment plant (WTP) requirements.
- Calculate domestic water demand, storage tank capacities, pump capacities, and pipe sizing.
- Design underground and overhead water storage tanks, pump rooms, and associated piping networks.
- Prepare plumbing layouts, riser diagrams, schematics, and coordinated service drawings.
- Design and coordinate basement drainage, sump pits, sewage lifting stations, and stormwater disposal systems.
- Prepare plumbing design calculations, DBRs, BOQs, and technical specifications.

B.

Firefighting System

Design
- Design firefighting systems in accordance with applicable NBC, IS standards, and local fire authority requirements.




- Design automatic sprinkler systems, hydrant systems, wet risers, downcomers, hose reels, and fire brigade inlets.
- Prepare hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and hydrant networks, including pipe sizing, pressure requirements, and pump selection.
- Design fire water storage tanks, fire pump rooms, jockey pumps, diesel engine-driven pumps, and associated equipment.
- Design special fire suppression systems, including clean-agent gas suppression systems, as applicable.
- Prepare fire protection layouts, riser diagrams, pump room layouts, and schematic drawings.
- Review fire compartmentation interfaces, fire-rated service penetrations, and coordination requirements with other disciplines.
- Prepare firefighting DBRs, BOQs, technical specifications, and tender documents.
- Review drawings and documentation for fire NOC compliance and coordinate with the relevant fire authorities.

C.

Design

Documentation and Engineering
- Prepare concept designs, schematic drawings, detailed design drawings, and Good for Construction (GFC) drawings.
- Develop design calculations, equipment schedules, material specifications, and technical data sheets (TDS).
- Prepare tender drawings, BOQs, cost estimates, and technical evaluation reports.
- Review contractor and vendor submittals, shop drawings, material submissions, and technical compliance documents.
- Ensure that drawings and calculations comply with project specifications and applicable statutory requirements.
- Maintain design documentation and incorporate comments received from clients, project management consultants, architects, and other stakeholders.

D. Coordination and Project Management
- Coordinate with architectural, structural, electrical, HVAC, and other engineering teams to resolve design interfaces.
- Attend design coordination meetings and review meetings with clients and consultants.
- Identify and resolve clashes involving plumbing and firefighting services, structural members, false ceilings, shafts, and plant rooms.
- Coordinate with site engineers and contractors to clarify design-related issues and provide technical support during execution.
- Review site queries, technical deviations, and proposed alternative materials or systems.
- Monitor design deliverables and ensure timely submission of drawings and documents.
- Guide junior engineers and CAD/BIM technicians and review their work for accuracy and completeness.

Applicable Codes and StandardsWorking knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including:
- National Building Code of India (NBC), 2016, as applicable.
- Relevant IS codes for plumbing, water supply, drainage, and firefighting systems.
- IS 15105 for the design and installation of fixed automatic sprinkler systems, as applicable to the project.
- Relevant standards for internal and external hydrant systems, fire pumps, and fire protection equipment.




- Local fire service regulations, fire NOC requirements, and project-specific specifications.
- Applicable international standards, where specified by the project.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or an equivalent relevant discipline.
- Relevant specialization or demonstrated experience in plumbing, public health engineering, and firefighting system design.

Experience
- Approximately 7–12 years of relevant experience in plumbing and firefighting design, preferably with an MEP consultancy or engineering design organization.
- Experience in commercial buildings, hospitals, airports, institutional buildings, residential developments, or large infrastructure projects will be preferred.
- Experience in independent design development, hydraulic calculations, technical documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Technical Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and preparation of coordinated engineering drawings.
- Working knowledge of Revit MEP and BIM coordination will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in plumbing and firefighting hydraulic calculations.
- Ability to prepare DBRs, BOQs, technical specifications, tender documents, and design reports.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and preparation of engineering calculation sheets.
- Ability to review technical submittals, vendor drawings, and material specifications.
- Strong understanding of equipment selection, system design, and engineering coordination.

8. Desired Competencies
- Strong technical knowledge and analytical skills.
- Excellent drawing interpretation and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective coordination and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage multiple design assignments.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to guide junior team members and meet project deadlines.

Key Deliverables The candidate will be responsible for the timely preparation, review, and submission of:

1. Plumbing and firefighting design basis reports.
2. Design calculations and hydraulic calculation sheets.
3. Plumbing and firefighting layouts, schematics, and riser diagrams.
4. Water tank, pump room, and equipment layouts.
5. BOQs, cost estimates, and technical specifications.
6. Tender and GFC drawings.
7. Technical data sheet reviews and vendor compliance reports.
8. Design coordination drawings and responses to technical comments.
9. Fire safety design documentation required for statutory approvals, as applicable.

Reporting and Work Setting The Senior Plumbing and Firefighting Design Engineer will report to the MEP Design Manager or Engineering Head and will work closely with architects, structural consultants, electrical and HVAC engineers, clients, project management consultants, and contractors.

Performance Expectations

- Timely delivery of accurate and coordinated design documents.
- Compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project specifications.
- Minimization of design errors, omissions, and coordination clashes.
- Effective resolution of technical issues and client comments.
- Efficient supervision and technical guidance of junior engineers.
- Consistent quality and reliability of engineering deliverables.

📌 Senior plumbing and firefighting Design Engineer (Delhi)
🏢 V. S. Kukreja u0026 Associates
📍 Delhi