Material Submittal Engineer – Fire Fighting Systems

Arada; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada is seeking a skilled Material Submittal Engineer with experience in Fire Fighting systems to prepare, review, and manage technical submittals in line with project specs, consultants, and authorities.

The role requires coordination with suppliers, procurement, design and project teams to ensure timely approvals and smooth project execution, with 3–6 years of relevant UAE/GCC experience and knowledge of Civil Defense procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in Fire Fighting systems, UAE/GCC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Civil Defense approval procedures is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit material submittals for ELV systems including public address, central battery, and central monitoring.
• Prepare and review technical datasheets, compliance statements, catalogs, and certificates before submission.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain required technical documents and approvals.
• Coordinate with Design, Procurement, and Project teams for material selection and approval status.
• Maintain submittal logs and track approval status to avoid project delays.
• Support procurement team with technically approved materials and alternatives.

Skills

Fire fighting systems

NFPA standards

Civil Defense procedures

Technical submittals

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

PDF/document management

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Material Submittal Engineer with experience in Fire Fighting Systems. The candidate will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and managing technical material submittals in compliance with project specifications, consultant requirements, and authority regulations. The role requires coordination with suppliers, procurement, design, and project teams to ensure timely approvals and smooth project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and submit material submittals for ELV systems including:

• Public address
• Central Battery
• Central monitoring
• Prepare the lux calculation

Ensure all submittals comply with:

• Project specifications
• NFPA standards
• UAE Fire & Life Safety Code / Civil Defense requirements
• Review technical datasheets, compliance statements, catalogues, and certificates before submission.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain required technical documents and approvals.

Technical Coordination

• Coordinate with Design, Procurement, and Project teams for material selection and approval status.
• Address consultant comments and revise submittals accordingly.
• Maintain submittal logs and track approval status to avoid project delays.
• Support procurement team with technically approved materials and alternatives.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all materials meet project BOQ, specifications, and authority approval requirements.
• Verify compatibility of materials with approved shop drawings and system requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for inspections and authority submissions.

Project Support

• Assist project execution teams with technical clarifications related to approved materials.
• Support testing & commissioning teams with technical documents when required.
• Coordinate with site engineers for smooth implementation of approved materials.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in Fire Fighting systems.
• Experience in handling material submittals for Fire Fighting projects in UAE/GCC is preferred.
• Knowledge of Civil Defense approval procedures is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Fire Fighting systems and components.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and Fire & Life Safety regulations.
• Experience in preparing technical submittals and compliance documents.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and PDF/document management tools.