Fire Protection Design Engineer (Firefighting Systems)

Uae Job Alert; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai-based organization seeks a Design Engineer – Fire Protection Systems to design firefighting and protection systems for building and infra projects. You will handle hydraulic calculations, equipment sizing, and preparation of shop and design drawings in coordination with MEP and site teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of firefighting design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and knowledge of NFPA standards and UAE Civil Defense requirements. Revit/BIM knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in firefighting or fire protection system design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit/BIM is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of NFPA standards and UAE fire safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firefighting and fire protection systems based on project requirements and approved specifications.
• Prepare designs for sprinkler, hydrant, hose reel, fire pump, foam, and associated fire water systems.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and assist with the selection and sizing of firefighting equipment and system components.
• Prepare detailed firefighting shop drawings, design drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built drawings.
• Review architectural, structural, MEP, and project drawings to identify design requirements and coordination constraints.
• Review specifications, BOQs, equipment schedules, and other technical documents before developing system designs.
• Ensure firefighting designs comply with applicable NFPA standards, UAE Fire and Life Safety Code, Civil Defense requirements, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with estimation, project, MEP, procurement, and site teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in technical meetings with consultants, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Respond to technical queries and provide engineering solutions during design and project execution stages.
• Support the preparation and submission of technical documents for authority approvals and Civil Defense requirements.
• Assist with material submittals, equipment selections, technical submissions, and consultant comments.
• Review design changes and update drawings and technical documentation as required.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure design deliverables are completed within project schedules.

Skills

Firefighting system design

Hydraulic calculations

AutoCAD

Fire protection equipment

NFPA standards

UAE Civil Defense requirements

Revit/BIM coordination

MEP coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Dubai-based organization seeks a Design Engineer – Fire Protection Systems to design firefighting and protection systems for building and infra projects. You will handle hydraulic calculations, equipment sizing, and preparation of shop and design drawings in coordination with MEP and site teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of firefighting design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and knowledge of NFPA standards and UAE Civil Defense requirements. Revit/BIM knowledge is a plus.