HSE Design Engineer

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced HSE Design Engineer to join their team. The candidate should have a strong background in technical safety design and fire protection systems, with 5-10 years of experience in the oil & gas or petrochemical sector. Key responsibilities include preparing HSE engineering deliverables, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD SmartPlant is required, and certification as a Fire Protection Specialist is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in HSE / Technical Safety Design, preferably in oil & gas.
• Familiarity with HSE design codes and standards like NFPA and API.
• Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or equivalent is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review HSE engineering deliverables including layouts and calculations.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments in collaboration with other teams.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and international standards.

Skills

Technical safety design

Loss prevention

Fire protection systems

Hazard identification

Risk assessments

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD SmartPlant

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HSE Design Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical safety design, loss prevention, and fire protection systems with proven experience in FEED and detailed design phases for major industrial projects such as oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy facilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review HSE engineering deliverables including: Fire & gas detection layouts, Escape route and safety signage layouts, Firewater system layouts and hydraulic calculations, Hazardous area classification drawings, Safety equipment location layouts, Cause & Effect diagrams
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments (HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, QRA) in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Participate in and support safety studies and audits during project lifecycle.
• Prepare technical specifications, data sheets and design basis documents for HSE systems.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, local regulations and international standards (NFPA, API, OISD, OSHA, IEC, ISO, ADNOC, COPs).
• Interface with process, piping, electrical, civil and instrumentation teams to ensure integrated design.
• Review vendor documents related to fire protection, gas detection and safety equipment.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders on design reviews and approvals.
• Provide support during procurement, construction and commissioning phases as needed.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Safety or related discipline).
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in HSE / Technical Safety Design preferably in oil & gas or petrochemical projects.
• Familiarity with international HSE design codes and standards: NFPA, API, ISO, IEC, OHSAS/ISO 45001 etc.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD SmartPlant or other relevant design tools.
• Experience with ADNOC, Aramco, QatarEnergy or similar clients is a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of firewater demand calculations, fire protection philosophies and hazardous area classification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or equivalent is an advantage.

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