Fire Alarm Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about.

Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Overview – Role

The Senior Fire Engineer (Fire Alarms and other Electrical systems) Will be a professional in the field of Fire Protection and Life Safety consulting with demonstrable experience in the design, construction and testing / commissioning phases of modern active fire protection systems and will be responsible for engineering design and modification activities related to electrical & electronic circuits, systems, and equipment.

May involve the installation, operation & maintenance of electrical systems and equipment in the field of fire and life safety.

Based in Khobar, this role will be responsible for supporting a wide range of projects across the Middle East.

This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment and advance your career within a supportive and diverse team.

A verifiable and demonstrated knowledge of design practices and approvals in the Middle East for Building Code and Life Safety requirements is a key requisite for this role. This also extends to the ability to engage and liaise with regulatory and approving authorities at various stages of design, construction and handover of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Verification of design of electrical, fire protection and life safety, and specialty engineering systems including fire alarm and detection systems, mass notification, suppression, smoke control, and special hazard systems.
• Preparation and presentation of technical reports, assessments and design review cycles.
• Reviewing relevant submission packs for compliance with regulatory requirements, including Building Code reviews and analyses.
• Planning and helping perform site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems.
• Planning resource and directing engineering activities for projects directly administered by the Engineer

Requirements and Qualifications

• An accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical /Electronic, or related engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in design and layout of electrical , mainly fire alarm systems
• FLS experience preferred
• Excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present clear and technically sound engineering strategies, assessment review results with excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Why you should join Jensen Hughes

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