Senior Fire Protection Engineer📣 Job Ad

About the Role

IDOM Consulting, Engineering, Architecture is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join its Industry & Energy Division in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to engineering design efforts for industrial projects, requiring strong technical leadership, proficiency in multidisciplinary coordination, and effective interaction with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities. The position demands a deep understanding of fire safety engineering principles from a design perspective, contributing across all project lifecycle phases from concept to detailed design to ensure project safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fire safety engineering activities throughout all project lifecycle phases, including concept, design, and detail.
• Develop and review comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments (FRA).
• Define requirements for fire protection and detection systems, ensuring strict alignment with applicable codes and standards.
• Perform detailed hydraulic calculations for water-based fire suppression systems.
• Define Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Develop technical specifications and data sheets for fire equipment, including pumps, storage tanks, nozzles, and hydrants.
• Contribute to business growth through various functional support activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Master of Science (MSc) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection and Life Safety from a recognized university.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in industrial projects, with a mandatory focus on the engineering and design perspective.
• Transferable Iqama is required for non-Saudi candidates.
• Valid SCE membership with a classification matching the years of work experience.
• Minimum "Professional Engineer" level certification from the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Willingness to conduct business trips both within the Kingdom and internationally.
• Willingness to work in a multinational firm environment.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Fire Safety Engineering principles and practices.
• Proficiency in conducting Fire Risk Assessments (FRA).
• Ability to define and specify fire protection and detection system requirements.
• Skilled in performing hydraulic calculations for water-based systems.
• In-depth knowledge of major international standards including NFPA (*, NFPA 13, 14, 20, 72, 30, 850), International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and relevant EN standards related to fire safety.
• Familiarity with Saudi building codes (SBC) and Saudi Arabian standards (SAF).
• Experience with Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Capability in developing Fire Equipment Technical Specifications and data sheets for various components.
• Familiarity with 3D model environments, specifically Navisworks.
• Knowledge of design software such as AFT Fathom and AutoCAD.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong social skills, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities, autonomy, flexibility, and technical rigor.

Additional Information and Preferences

• Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) certification is considered a strong advantage.
• An IELTS score of or equivalent is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of the Spanish language is a plus.
• Preference for candidates with native-level Arabic proficiency, alongside advanced English.

Work Details

This is a full-time position. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The required experience is 5-10 years.