Fire Engineer / Consultant

JENSEN HUGHES, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, seeks a highly experienced Fire Engineer to deliver fire protection design across projects in the Middle East. You will specialize in fire alarm systems, mass notification, and risk-informed strategies within a fast-paced, collaborative team.

The role emphasizes design leadership, technical reporting, site surveys, and liaison with authorities, offering opportunities to advance your career while supporting our mission to protect people and property.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fire protection design and/or code consulting.
• Engineering qualification in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical fields.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, specifications, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct design activities for own projects.
• Design fire alarm and mass notification systems; on-site testing and inspection.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, design drawings, and presentations.
• Mentor and collaborate with local team members.
• Interface with authorities and manage client meetings.

Skills

Fire alarm design

Mass notification systems

Fire protection engineering

Site surveys

Regulatory compliance

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTIONThroughout our worldwide network of experts clients and communities we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939 Today our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety forensic investigations security risk consulting emergency management digital innovation and more Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges ensuring our clients can protect what matters most For over 80 years we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives property and reputations Through technology expertise and industry-leading research we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe secure and resilient At Jensen Hughes we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first Our employees are our greatest strength and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they re passionate about Together we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn grow and succeed together

Overview Role

The Fire Engineer will be primarily required to offer your expertise in areas related to fire protection engineering including fire alarm systems fire suppression systems and fire protection strategies across the Jensen Hughes projects in Al Khobar This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment and advance your career within a supportive and diverse team This role while based in Al Khobar Saudi Arabia and will have assigned responsibilities for projects across Middle East

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and direct design activities for your own projects
• Design fire alarm and mass notification systems Designing installation commissioning on site testing amp inspection of multiple systems including fire alarms fire suppression systems FM 200 foam wet etc
• Prepare technical reports specifications design drawings and presentations
• Mentor and collaborate with other local team members
• Review design and construction submittals for compliance with regulatory requirements
• Perform site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems including emergency lighting and exit signs
• Interface with authorities having jurisdiction and manage client meetings
• Effectively communicate with project team members clients and others

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in code consulting and or fire protection system design services with specific experience related to fire alarms design and mass notification systems Engineering qualification in the field of Electrical Electronics or Mechanical preferred Highly motivated and ready to work in all aspects of fire protection engineering including fire alarm systems fire suppression systems and fire protection strategies Able to prepare technical reports specifications design drawings and presentations Mentor and collaborate with other local team members Review design and construction submittals for compliance with regulatory requirements Perform site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems Interface with authorities having jurisdiction and manage client meetings Effectively communicate with project team members clients and others
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in code consulting and/or fire protection system design services with specific experience related to fire alarms design and mass notification systems.Engineering qualification in the field of Electrical / Electronics or Mechanical preferred.Highly motivated and ready to work in all aspects of fire protection engineering including fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and fire protection strategies.Able to prepare technical reports, specifications, design drawings and presentations.Able to review design and construction submittals for compliance with regulatory requirementsAble to perform site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems.Able to effectively communicate with multiple stake holders, multitasking on projects across the Middle East.