CFD Engineer Fire And Life Safety

NAFFCO Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFFCO Careers seeks a CFD Engineer specializing in fire and life safety to design and analyze smoke control systems for complex buildings. You will perform advanced simulations, prepare technical documentation, and support approvals in line with international and UAE standards.

The role requires 3–6 years of CFD and fire safety experience, proficiency with FDS and PyroSim, and strong report writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design smoke control and ventilation systems in compliance with NFPA 92, IBC, and UAE Fire & Life Safety Code.
• Perform CFD simulations using FDS and PyroSim to evaluate smoke movement and tenability.
• Conduct evacuation calculations and develop evacuation models to assess occupant safety.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and system calculations for authority submissions.
• Estimate project costs for ducts, control systems, and related accessories.
• Review architectural and fire protection drawings for design accuracy.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate smoke management strategies.
• Support client meetings and authority approvals using CFD results.

Skills

CFD analysis

Fire safety engineering

Evacuation modeling

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Fire Engineering background

Tools

FDS

PyroSim

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled CFD Engineer specializing in fire and life safety to design and analyze smoke control systems for complex building projects. The role involves performing advanced simulations, preparing technical documentation, and supporting design approvals in compliance with international and local fire safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design smoke control and ventilation systems in compliance with NFPA 92, IBC, and UAE Fire & Life Safety Code.
• Perform CFD simulations using tools such as FDS and PyroSim to evaluate smoke movement, tenability, and safe egress conditions.
• Conduct evacuation calculations and develop evacuation models to assess occupant safety.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, system calculations, and documentation for authority submissions.
• Estimate project costs for ducts, control systems, and related accessories based on project requirements.
• Review architectural and fire protection drawings, reports, and specifications to ensure design accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to integrate smoke management strategies.
• Support client meetings, presentations, and authority approvals using CFD analysis and simulation results.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in CFD analysis and fire safety engineering.
• Proficiency in CFD tools such as FDS and PyroSim.
• Strong understanding of NFPA standards, IBC, and UAE Fire Code.
• Experience in smoke control design and evacuation modeling.
• Good analytical, report writing, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working on complex or high-rise building projects.
• Familiarity with authority approval processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.