Project Engineer - Fire Protection

Zhongshi Chemical Engineering Construction; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Fire Protection Project Engineer to lead technical planning, on-site coordination, and execution of fire protection systems in Malaysia. You will review M&E drawings, perform hydraulic calculations, and ensure compliance with UBBL, MS, and BOMBA regulations while coordinating with subcontractors and clients for project clearance.

The role requires strong design review skills, accurate documentation, and proactive liaison with BOMBA officers to secure CCC.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UBBL guidelines and Malaysian fire codes.
• Experience with BOMBA submissions and CCC clearance.
• Ability to review M&E drawings for fire protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Technical Design & Blueprint Review: verify active/passive fire protection per UBBL.
• Engineering Calculations & Standards: hydraulic calculations for sprinklers, hydrants, risers; MS 2616.
• BOMBA Submission Support: prepare blueprints for BOMBA submissions.
• Site Supervision & Quality Control: oversee installation, testing, commissioning of fire protection systems.
• Authority Liaison: participate in site walks and BOMBA inspections for CCC.
• Project Documentation: maintain engineering files, testing records and logs.

Skills

Fire protection

Hydraulic calculations

Site supervision

UBBL compliance

BOMBA submissions

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Position Summary

The Fire Protection Project Engineer handles the technical planning, site coordination, and execution of fire protection and life safety system installations within the Malaysian construction and engineering sector. This role involves reviewing mechanical and electrical (M&E) designs, performing localized hydraulic calculations, supervising on-site installations, and ensuring strict compliance with the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), Malaysian Standards (MS), and Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (BOMBA) regulations. The engineer serves as a key technical link between subcontractors, consultants, and clients to secure project completion and statutory clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Blueprint Review: Analyze mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to verify the feasibility of both active and passive fire protection systems according to UBBL guidelines.

Engineering Calculations & Standards: Perform and check hydraulic calculations for automatic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, and wet/dry riser mains following MS 1489 standards. Ensure fire pump selections comply with MS 2616 regulations.

BOMBA Submission Support: Coordinate the preparation of passive and active fire-fighting blueprints for official BOMBA submissions to secure building clearance letters.

Site Supervision & Quality Control: Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of fire alarms, smoke detectors, gas suppression, and hose reel systems to ensure compliance with approved shop drawings.

Authority Liaison: Participate in site walk-throughs and clear inspections with BOMBA officers to facilitate the procurement of the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC).

Project Documentation: Maintain precise engineering files, including material descriptions, testing records (Forms C1, C2, and C3 for fire pumps), site progress logs, and eFEIS registration documents.