Fire Fighting Engineer

CTCI SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CTCI Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design, coordination, technical review, and execution of fire protection systems for high‑tech manufacturing facilities in Singapore.

You will ensure compliance with Singapore Fire Code and SCDF requirements and align with project specifications. Candidates should have a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field, 3–5 years in fire protection or MEP/EPC projects, and hands‑on experience with

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Safety, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in fire fighting, fire protection, MEP, or EPC construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of sprinkler systems, hydrants, pumps, hose reels, deluge systems, and clean agent suppression.
• Able to read and interpret fire protection shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Experience in testing, commissioning, and coordination of fire protection systems; familiarity with Singapore Fire Code and SCDF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Design & Documentation: Review and interpret fire protection drawings, hydraulic calculations, schematics, technical specs, and method statements.
• Fire Fighting System Installation: Provide engineering support for installation of sprinkler systems, hydrants, pumps, deluge systems, and clean agent systems.
• Testing & Commissioning: Coordinate hydrostatic testing, pipe flushing, fire pump tests, and system pre-commissioning.
• Technical Coordination & Compliance: Identify and resolve design discrepancies and ensure compliance with codes and project specs.
• Project & Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and attend technical meetings.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Coordination

Technical review

Reading P&IDs

Testing & commissioning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical Eng / Fire Safety / Building Services

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the engineering, coordination, technical review, and execution of fire-fighting and active fire protection systems for high-tech manufacturing, semiconductor FAB, and industrial construction projects. Ensure fire protection systems comply with approved designs, project specifications, Singapore Fire Code, and SCDF requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Design & Documentation

• Review and interpret fire protection layout drawings, hydraulic calculations, schematics, technical specifications, and method statements.
• Coordinate engineering design reviews and resolve technical discrepancies related to fire-fighting systems.
• Review technical submissions, material specifications, and shop drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.

Fire Fighting System Installation

• Provide engineering support for the installation of automatic sprinkler systems (wet/dry/pre-action), fire hydrants, hose reels, fire pumps, water storage tanks, deluge systems, and clean agent gaseous suppression systems.
• Ensure installation works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable fire safety standards.
• Coordinate fire protection works with architectural, structural, cleanroom, and other MEP disciplines.

Testing & Commissioning

• Coordinate hydrostatic pressure testing, pipe flushing, fire pump performance testing, and system pre-commissioning.
• Support integrated testing of fire protection systems with fire alarm, HVAC smoke extraction, and electrical control systems.
• Coordinate inspections and testing with Registered Inspectors (RI), Qualified Persons (QP), consultants, and relevant authorities.

Technical Coordination & Compliance

• Identify and resolve technical issues, design discrepancies, and system interface conflicts.
• Ensure fire protection installations comply with Singapore Fire Code, SCDF requirements, and project specifications.
• Monitor defects, technical submissions, and outstanding works through to completion.

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with Clients, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and other project disciplines.
• Attend technical meetings, site inspections, and progress reviews.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, and progress updates.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in fire fighting, fire protection, MEP, or EPC construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, fire pumps, hose reels, deluge systems, and clean agent suppression systems.
• Able to read and interpret fire protection shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Experience in testing, commissioning, and coordination of fire protection systems.
• Familiarity with Singapore Fire Code and SCDF regulatory requirements.
• Experience in semiconductor FAB, high-tech facilities, or industrial construction projects is preferred.
• Strong technical, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  

Working Location: Woodlands North, Singapore
Employment Type: Contract (36 months)