Firefighting Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION - Fire Fighting EngineerWe are seeking a talented Fire Fighting Engineer to join one of our Clients in UAE. The ideal candidate will lead the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of fire-fighting and fire-protection systems, ensuring full compliance with NFPA, Civil Defense, and local authority codes across assigned projects.RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesDesign & Engineering Review and approve fire-fighting system designs (sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels, fire pumps, foam/gassuppression systems) Perform hydraulic calculations and ensure system design meets NFPA 13/14/20 and local Civil DefenceRequirements Review shop drawings, material submittals, and technical specifications for complianceInstallation & Execution Supervise on-site installation of fire pumps, piping networks, sprinkler heads, hydrants, and detection interfaces Coordinate fire-fighting works with other MEP disciplines (electrical, HVAC, BMS/SCADA) to manage interfaces Monitor progress against schedule and resolve site execution issuesTesting & Commissioning Plan and lead flushing, hydrostatic/pressure testing, and functional testing of fire pumps and systems Coordinate integrated testing with fire alarm, life-safety, and BMS systems Prepare commissioning reports and ensure readiness for Civil Defence inspection and approvalCompliance & QHSE Ensure all works comply with NFPA, local Civil Defence codes, and project specifications Liaise with Civil Defence/authorities for approvals, inspections, and NOC issuance Enforce QHSE standards during installation and testing activitiesDocumentation & Handover Maintain as-built drawings, test certificates, and O&M manuals Prepare fire-fighting system handover packages to Operations/FM Train FM/operations staff on system operation and maintenanceTeam & Stakeholder Management Supervise fire-fighting technicians/foremen and subcontractors Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and authority engineers Support cost estimation, material take-offs, and variation assessments related to fire-fighting scopeQualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Fire Protection Engineering (or equivalent) 2-4 years of Experience in fire-fighting systems design/execution, preferably in UAE/GCC NFPA certification (CFPS or similar) preferred Strong knowledge of Dubai/Abu Dhabi Civil Defence approval procedures Experience with fire pump testing, hydraulic calculations, and BMS/fire-alarm interface coordinationKey Skills NFPA codes & standards (13, 14, 20, 72) Hydraulic design software (e.g., Hydratec, Elite Fire) AutoCAD/Revit MEP Strong coordination, leadership, and client-facing communication skills QHSE awareness and and site safety leadership UAE Driving License is Mandatory