Principal Engineer -

Position: Principal Engineer – Fire Protection, Fire Alarm & ELV Systems
Location: Bangalore, India (Flexible to Travel)
Reports To: Studio Lead / Engineering Director

Pinnacle Design | Digital Engineering For a Suitable Future

Pinnacle is a global powerhouse in digital design and engineering, redefining the way MEP systems are conceived, delivered, and operated. The NextGen Design Studio represents our forward-looking vision for engineering transformation—anchored in our P³ (Performance, Precision, Predictive) Approach—to deliver intelligent, efficient, and AI-ready solutions across diverse geographies and building typologies.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly accomplished Principal Engineer – Fire Protection, Fire Alarm & ELV Systems to join our NextGen Design Studio. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, global project exposure, and strong leadership capabilities in delivering integrated Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, and ELV system designs across complex projects.
This role will lead digitally enabled engineering solutions, drive multidisciplinary coordination, mentor engineering teams, and contribute strategically to Pinnacle’s leadership in next-generation engineering delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of complex Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, and ELV systems across diverse building typologies and international markets, particularly UK and Middle East projects.
Develop integrated engineering solutions for systems including sprinkler, hydrant, gas suppression, fire alarm, voice evacuation, CCTV, access control, structured cabling, PA systems, and other ELV services.
Champion digital-first and BIM-driven design methodologies aligned with Pinnacle’s NextGen and P³ approach.
Ensure seamless multidisciplinary coordination with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Architecture, and Structural teams.
Review engineering calculations, system layouts, specifications, and technical deliverables to ensure compliance with international standards and project requirements.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and design teams, fostering innovation and engineering excellence.
Engage with clients, consultants, and stakeholders as a technical expert representing Pinnacle’s engineering capabilities.
Drive quality assurance, sustainability initiatives, and continuous process improvements across design delivery.
Support adoption of emerging technologies, AI-enabled workflows, and advanced digital engineering practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, and ELV system design and delivery.
Strong experience in complex building projects including commercial, healthcare, data centers, high-rise, hospitality, mixed-use, and industrial developments.
Proven exposure to international projects across UK, Middle East, or other global markets.
Strong knowledge of international codes and standards including NFPA, BS, IBC, UAE Fire & Life Safety Code, IEC, and related ELV standards.
Professional certifications/memberships such as PE, CEng, NFPA, SFPE, IFE, CIBSE, BICSI, or equivalent are highly preferred.
Hands-on expertise in BIM platforms and digital engineering tools such as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and related design software.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and team mentoring capabilities.
Passion for innovation, sustainability, and digital engineering transformation.

Why Join Us?

At Pinnacle Design, you will:

Work on global landmark projects with cutting-edge technologies.
Be at the forefront of digital and AI-driven engineering transformation.
Collaborate with international multidisciplinary teams in a future-focused design studio.
Play a key role in shaping the future of intelligent MEP and ELV engineering delivery.

A P³ Approach to Design & Engineering — Performance. Precision. Predictive.