Senior Fire Protection Engineer & Design Consultant

Jensen Hughes; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Fire Engineer to contribute expertise in fire alarm systems, fire suppression, and protective strategies across projects in the Middle East. The role is based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, with responsibilities spanning design, review, and on-site implementation.

You will collaborate with a diverse team, mentor junior staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain strong communication with clients and authorities to deliver safe, effective fire protection

Qualifications

• Minimum 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.
• Able to prepare technical reports, specifications, design drawings and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct design activities for your own projects.
• Design fire alarm and mass notification systems.
• Designing, installation, commissioning, on site testing & 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.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Fire alarm design

Mass notification systems

Project leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Client communication

Team mentoring

Education

Electrical / Electronics Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Fire Engineer to contribute expertise in fire alarm systems, fire suppression, and protective strategies across projects in the Middle East. The role is based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, with responsibilities spanning design, review, and on-site implementation.

You will collaborate with a diverse team, mentor junior staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain strong communication with clients and authorities to deliver safe, effective fire protection