Fire Systems Engineer – Mechanical Design & Protection

Jensen Hughes Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes in Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Fire Systems Engineer - Mechanical to design, develop, and test active fire protection systems across projects. Based in Khobar, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, code-compliant solutions for diverse building types.

The ideal candidate is an early- to mid-career engineer with strong knowledge of NFPA standards, Building Codes, and AutoCAD; Revit is a plus.

Qualifications

• An accredited bachelor’s degree in mechanical or related engineering field.
• 7–12 years of design and layout experience for mechanical or specialty systems.
• Deep knowledge of Building codes, NFPA standards and local Saudi codes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD; Revit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design fire protection systems including fire suppression and sprinklers.
• Develop detailed drawings, wiring diagrams, and riser diagrams.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and system verifications.
• Prepare design basis reports and submittals.
• Supervise drafting staff on protection systems.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Jensen Hughes in Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Fire Systems Engineer - Mechanical to design, develop, and test active fire protection systems across projects. Based in Khobar, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, code-compliant solutions for diverse building types.

The ideal candidate is an early- to mid-career engineer with strong knowledge of NFPA standards, Building Codes, and AutoCAD; Revit is a plus.