Armstrong Fluid Technology
Fire Application Engineering Specialist – United Kingdom and Continental Europe
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Fire Application Engineering Specialist – United Kingdom and Continental Europe
Fire Application Engineering Specialist – United Kingdom & Continental Europe
About Armstrong Fluid Technology
Armstrong Fluid Technology is a global leader in built environment heat, cooling and fire systems optimization, with over 1,400 colleagues and eight manufacturing facilities across four continents. Our mission is to design and engineer smarter mechanical plants that optimize energy consumption and reduce the cost of abating one ton of carbon.
Working at Armstrong means being part of a collaborative and innovative environment where technical expertise, creativity, and sustainability come together to solve real-world challenges.
Role Overview
The Fire Application Engineering Specialist, based in the United Kingdom & Continental Europe, supports all regions through the Regional Sales Enablement Center (RSEC) by providing:
- Technical expertise
- Proposal development
- Training for Armstrong Fire solutions
This role ensures Fire products are integrated into customer discussions and project opportunities across the region. Working closely with:
- Fire Offering Management
- Sales Management
- Aftermarket
- Service & Engineering teams
To support strategy execution, business growth in the Fire sector and enable partners/contractors through technical support & training.
This is an on-site role with occasional travel requirements within the UK and Europe.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Application Support
- Evaluate customer enquiries, specifications, and drawings to determine the best Armstrong Fire solutions.
- Provide application engineering support to sales teams to ensure Fire solutions are incorporated into project discussions.
- Selects appropriate products and supports solution development for fire pump systems and packages.
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Proposal Development
- Develops, prepares, and presents technical proposals that communicate the value of Armstrong Fire solutions.
- Provides pre-sales technical support by gathering:
- Documentation
- Drawings
- Calculations
- Other technical information
Sales Enablement & Strategy
- Works with Fire Offering Management to execute strategies that grow the Fire business regionally.
- Supports regional sales teams with:
- Technical insights & proposal reviews
- Solution positioning
- Coordinates communication between:
- Client queries
- External & internal sales
- Fire offering management
- Advises and routes technical inquiries received from sales managers/clients.
Agent Support & Opportunity Development
- Provides technical and proposal support to Armstrong agents on fire-related projects.
- Identifies and brings forward strategic fire opportunities from agents for:
- Solution development
- Technical evaluation
- Proposal preparation
- Strengthens Armstrong’s position on key fire projects with agents and internal teams.
Training & Knowledge Sharing
- Delivers training sessions for:
- Armstrong sales teams
- Service teams
- Service partners
- Sprinkler contractors
- Supports the development and refinement of:
- Training materials
- Technical curriculum for Fire Solutions
- Supports factory visits, highlighting:
- Product benefits
- Production quality
- Attends exhibitions and trade shows in the designated region.
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What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
- Degree or diploma in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering Technology
- Equivalent industry experience also considered.
- 5+ years of experience working with:
- Automatic fire sprinkler systems
- Fire pumps
- OR
- 5+ years in application engineering / internal technical sales and service support.
Technical Knowledge (Essential)
- In-depth understanding of:
- Pump systems & pump curves
- Hydraulic principles
- Familiarity with fire standards & codes:
- BS, EN, LPC, NFPA, and FM
- Experience reviewing:
- Technical drawings
- Datasheets & specifications
- Strong background in application engineering with:
- Proven solution concepts
- Ability to perform:
- Quick flow/pressure calculations & unit conversions
- Experience with at least one pump/equipment selection software.
- Comprehensive knowledge of:
- Diesel & electric drives (motors)
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to develop and deliver technical proposals & presentations.
- Excellent communication & collaboration skills.
- Commercial acumen, understanding product & project value.
- Precision-focused with an eye for technical details.
- Self-motivated, comfortable working in:
- On-site environments
- Cross-functional teams
- Driving license advantageous but not mandatory.
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