CFD Engineer – Fire & Life Safety

NAFFCO Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; 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 building projects in Dubai. You will perform advanced simulations and prepare technical documentation to support design approvals.

Responsibilities include designing smoke control and ventilation per NFPA 92, IBC, and UAE Fire Code; running CFD simulations with FDS and PyroSim; developing evacuation models; creating reports for authority submissions; and coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Engineering, or related field.
• 3-6 years CFD analysis and fire safety engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CFD tools such as FDS and PyroSim.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards, IBC, and UAE Fire Code.

Responsibilities

• Design smoke control and ventilation systems per NFPA 92, IBC, UAE Fire Code.
• Run CFD simulations to evaluate smoke movement, tenability, and safe egress.
• Develop evacuation models and calculations for occupant safety.
• Prepare technical reports and system calculations for authority submissions.
• Estimate duct and control system costs based on project requirements.
• Review drawings, reports, and specs for design accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate smoke management strategies.
• Support client meetings and authority approvals using CFD results.

Skills

CFD analysis

Fire safety engineering

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Fire Engineering

Tools

FDS

PyroSim

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.