Plumbing and Fire Fighting Engineer

SYSTRA; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking a Plumbing and Fire Fighting Engineer to oversee the design and coordination of plumbing and fire protection systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in large infrastructure projects, particularly in metro rail. Strong communication skills and proficiency in local regulations are essential. This position promotes equal opportunity among applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in design of Plumbing and fire fighting systems.
• Preferably on metro rail or large infrastructure projects.
• Relevant certifications and experiences with Dubai regulatory requirements are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design reviews and coordination of plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant local and international codes.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve clashes and integrate MEP solutions.

Skills

Plumbing layouts

Fire fighting system schematics

BIM/design tool proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

Plumbing and Fire Fighting Engineer

Missions/Main Duties

• Responsible for the design reviews and coordination of plumbing(water supply, drainage) and fire protection systems
• Ensure Compliance with relevant local/Dubai/UAE and international codes(NFFPA, IPC etc)
• Coordinate with multidisciplinery teams to resolve clashes, ensure spatial planning, and integrate MEP solutions

Profile/Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Relevant certifications and experiences with Duabi regulatory requirements are an advantage.

Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in design of Plumbing and fire fighting systems, preferably on metro rail or large infrastructure projects.

Background:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing layouts, fire fighting system schematics, local authority approval processes, and BIM/design tool proficiency required.
• Successful track record on rail and metro projects.
• Ability to lead, develop and motivate a team.
• Preferably with UAE experience, GCC experience would be advantageous

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.