Fire Protection Engineer

Chevron Corporation; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron ENGINE Center in Bengaluru, India is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to provide expert consultation across Chevron's operating assets and capital projects. The role focuses on reducing process-related incident risks through system design, audits, investigations, and hazard analyses.

Standard hours align with business needs, with travel expected as required. The candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and experience in process facilities, with familiarity in Pipenet,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, etc.).
• Experience with process engineering in complex facilities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection fundamentals and safety concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform active and passive fire protection design engineering, hydraulic calculations and transient analysis.
• Lead fire protection reviews during site visits and capital projects.
• Travel domestically or internationally as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering

Tools

Pipenet

Inside Numerics

Phast

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1 The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges. As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies. Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About the position

The Fire Protection Engineer is part of the Project Designs Engineering team within the Chevron ENGINE Center. This role provides fire protection expert consultation and services to the operating asset and capital projects across Chevron with the objective of decreasing the risk of process related incidents across the Enterprise. Key services include capital project support, facility audits, incident investigation, hazards analyses and training. Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key responsibilities

Performing active and passive fire protection system design engineering, hydraulic calculations and transient analysis, fire and gas 3D mapping, fire and gas instrumentation, fire system testing Setup and review modeling software used by the fire protection team such as Pipenet, Inside Numerics, and Phast Maintaining related company specifications and participating in industrial code development. Participate as SME in Fire Hazard Analyses. Base-business support includes providing site fire protection reviews. It is anticipated that domestic or international travel will be required.

About you

We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, etc.) (B.E./B.Tech.) from a deemed/recognized (AICTE) university. Knowledge and experience in Process Engineering in complex process facilities

Prefered Qualifications

5-10 years of experience in an engineering execution or consultant role within offshore, complex or LNG facilities. Familiarity with modeling software such as Pipenet, Inside Numerics, and Phast. Awareness of Process Safety Management concepts, and principles such as Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Hazard Identification (HAZID) and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA). Knowledge of fire protection engineering fundamentals of fluid mechanics/hydraulics, fire dynamics, thermal radiation etc. Experience in testing and commissioning fire suppression systems (such as FM200/CO2 or gaseous suppression systems, deluge systems, foam systems, fire pump testing, flow testing etc) is a plus. Experience in design, fabrication, and construction of fire suppression systems (such as FM200/CO2 or gaseous suppression systems, deluge skids, foam skids, testing fire pumps etc) is a plus

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way. Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace. Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work. Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities. Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.