Lead Application Engineer II - Presales Fire Alarm
The posting
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What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
- On the job/cross training opportunities
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
What you will do
The primary responsibility for this role is to support pre-sales engineering for Fire Detection System global projects as per country specific standards. Basic knowledge about bill of material preparation, cost estimation to come up with competitive bid. Follow processes, maintain required quality standards and on time deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction.
How you will do it
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- Review project inputs and specifications; should be able to capture the scope and understand the complete requirements of the project.
- Review MEP drawings, specification, SOP and identify equipment related to Fire Detection System (Fire Alarm, VESDA, Linear Heat Detection, Fireman Intercom, Detection part of Gas Suppression System, Gas Detection etc)
- Preparation and participation for project kick-off / review meetings with technical queries, compliance / deviations log, risk logs and record minutes of meeting.
- Adherence to standard estimation process and guideline to select proper combination of hardware, software, equipment, materials and services to come up with the optimum budget.
- Creation of bill of material, selection of Fire Alarm Panels, Controllers, Field Devices, Software Identification, Network connection, Cable Type and Length Calculations related to Fire Detection System.
- Preparation of Costing Sheet including Preliminaries and other costs, Cost comparison charts, Checklist, Technical Write-up, Block Diagram, Deviation Chart etc.
- Ensure quality assurance, defect free deliverables, on time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Escalate issues in the right time, so as not to affect the project delivery schedule; any escalations with respect to scope-creep must be clearly backed up with evidences.
- Keep operational parameters at desired level for all assigned projects.
- Ensure timesheet compliance with respect to entry and review for self and team.
- Weekly/Monthly customer reporting for project progress.
- Active participation in organization employee engagement initiatives
What we look for
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- BE/ B.Tech (Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics / Electronics & Communication).
- Strong knowledge of Fire Detection System (Fire Alarm, VESDA, Linear Heat Detection, Fireman Intercom, PWD Intercom, Detection part of Gas Suppression System, Gas Detection System etc)
- Knowledge on Simplex/ Autocall & Zettler fire alarm product along with Xtralis & Securiton product for Aspirating Smoke Detection system
- Simplex & Zettler certifications will have added advantages.
- Should have knowledge on Lithium Ion Risk Prevention system. Certification will be added advantage.
- Expertise in Fire Alarm Code [NFPA-72, BS-5839, SS-645, SS-546 etc.]and Guidelines.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)
- Knowledge of different types of network protocols like BACNet, Modbus, and other protocols.
- Should have good experience for subcon/vendor engagement keeping close
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- Must be a quick learner, team player & should have a keen eye for problem solving.
- Proficient in written and verbal communication.
- Ability to demonstrate good leadership skills.
Preferred
- 10+ years of relevant experience in Fire Detection System’s Desing and Estimation.
Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/tomorrowneedsyou .
Taken from Johnson Controls's own posting, last seen live on 31 Oct 2026.
About Johnson Controls
HVAC equipment, building automation, fire detection and suppression, security systems and the service contracts that maintain them, sold to building owners, contractors and data center operators.
Pay schedule: Johnson Controls pairs a base salary with a Sales Incentive Plan settled quarterly and annually on the volume and margin of what each rep sells, and many US field postings list a company vehicle, a few a sign-on bonus.
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