SENIOR ENGINEER FIRE & LIFE SAFETY📣 إعلان

About the Role

Narsect Company is seeking a Senior Engineer – Fire & Life Safety to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is crucial for supporting the successful delivery of complex Fire & Life Safety projects across the region. The ideal candidate will possess 5-10 years of experience and strong technical expertise in the design, installation, testing, commissioning, inspection, and management of Fire & Life Safety systems.

About Narsect Company

Narsect Company specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for fire protection, safety, and security systems. We serve commercial, residential, healthcare, and industrial sectors, focusing on tailored system design and implementation to safeguard people and property. Our commitment is to high standards of safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Fire & Life Safety engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise and coordinate engineers, supervisors, designers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Manage the installation, testing, commissioning, inspection, and auditing of Fire & Life Safety systems.
• Review engineering designs, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and relevant government authorities.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify installation quality, workmanship, progress, and compliance with approved designs and applicable codes.
• Identify technical issues, non-conformities, and project risks, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
• Monitor project progress against approved schedules and coordinate with stakeholders for timely delivery.
• Support project execution in accordance with contractual requirements, approved budgets, and project schedules.
• Prepare and review Fire & Life Safety calculations, technical reports, inspection reports, and engineering documentation.
• Prepare and review Fire Strategy Reports, technical presentations, and engineering assessments for clients and management.
• Provide technical support during project meetings, inspections, testing, commissioning, and authority approvals.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and governmental authorities.
• Identify opportunities for additional works and support business development.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to company HSE requirements and applicable Saudi regulations.

Technical Expertise and Standards

The role requires comprehensive technical knowledge across various Fire & Life Safety systems and the ability to apply relevant codes and standards. Key areas of expertise include:

• Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Automatic Fire Suppression Systems, Fire Fighting Systems, Clean Agent / Gas Suppression Systems.
• Emergency Power Systems, Smoke Control and Management Systems.
• Fire Pumps and associated equipment, Fire Water Storage and Distribution Systems, Fire Protection Equipment and associated systems.
• Hydraulic calculations, fire protection system calculations, technical reports, engineering assessments, and Fire Strategy Reports.
• Shop drawings, coordinated drawings, material and equipment submittals, testing & commissioning documentation, inspection and audit reports, method statements, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

A strong understanding and application of the following codes, standards, and regulations are essential:

• NFPA Standards, International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), GCC Fire Code.
• Saudi Building Code (SBC), Saudi Civil Defense / GDCD requirements, HCIS requirements.
• Saudi Aramco standards and requirements, SABIC standards and requirements.
• Applicable client, authority, and project-specific requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience (5-10 years) in Fire Protection system design, installation, testing, commissioning, inspection, and project execution.
• Strong practical knowledge of Fire & Life Safety systems and associated engineering requirements.
• Experience working on complex industrial, commercial, infrastructure, or major development projects in Saudi Arabia is preferred.
• Experience with Saudi Civil Defense, HCIS, Aramco, SABIC, or other major Saudi client requirements is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required; knowledge of Revit is an advantage.
• Ability to perform and/or review hydraulic calculations and fire protection equipment sizing.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, drawings, project contracts, and engineering documentation.
• NFPA CFPS, PE, or other relevant Fire Protection / Fire Safety certifications will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate effectively with multiple project stakeholders.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Application Information

This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to critical safety projects within Narsect Company. Salary for this role will be discussed during the interview process.