Senior Fire Alarm & Electrical Systems Engineer

Jensen Hughes; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Senior Fire Engineer (Fire Alarms and other Electrical systems) with proven design, construction, and testing/commissioning experience in modern active fire protection systems. The role supports a broad portfolio across the Middle East and involves liaising with authorities on Building Code and Life Safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in electrical design for fire alarm systems, an accredited engineering degree, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic or related engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in design and layout of electrical, mainly fire alarm systems.
• FLS experience preferred.
• Excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present clear and technically sound engineering strategies, assessment review results with excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verification of design of electrical, fire protection and life safety, and specialty engineering systems including fire alarm and detection systems, mass notification, suppression, smoke control, and special hazard systems.
• Preparation and presentation of technical reports, assessments and design review cycles.
• Reviewing relevant submission packs for compliance with regulatory requirements, including Building Code reviews and analyses.
• Planning and helping perform site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems.
• Planning resource and directing engineering activities for projects directly administered by the Engineer.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Fire protection

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Job description

Jensen Hughes in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Senior Fire Engineer (Fire Alarms and other Electrical systems) with proven design, construction, and testing/commissioning experience in modern active fire protection systems. The role supports a broad portfolio across the Middle East and involves liaising with authorities on Building Code and Life Safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in electrical design for fire alarm systems, an accredited engineering degree, and strong