Principal Fire Engineer

TL;DR

Principal Fire Engineer (Fire Safety): Managing large and complex fire protection projects across the Middle East and worldwide with an accent on CFD modelling, smoke movement analysis, and alternative fire engineering solutions. Focus on developing fire strategies, conducting risk assessments, and delivering client-facing site inspections and business development.

Location: Must be based in UAE and travel more than 50% across project sites

Company

Global leader in fire protection engineering, security, and risk consulting with over 80 years of experience mitigating risks to lives, property, and reputations.

What you will do

• Manage large and complex projects ensuring successful delivery to key clients.
• Work on diverse building projects across the Middle East and worldwide.
• Conduct CFD modelling and analysis for smoke movement.
• Develop and apply computer modelling software like CFAST, Pyrosim, and Pathfinder for fire engineering solutions.
• Lead teams of engineers, mentor graduates, and handle personnel management.
• Perform client-facing site inspections, address construction queries, and drive business development.

Requirements

• BEng/MEng or equivalent
• Experience in fire engineering consultancy delivering fire strategies, risk assessments, management plans, protection design, and analysis
• Articulate communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Willing to be based in UAE with more than 50% travel

Culture & Benefits

• Culture of trust, integrity, and professional growth with people-first approach.
• Global Employee Networks for career development and sharing experiences.
• Opportunities for mentorship, training, and shaping future talent.
• Collaboration with worldwide experts on complex safety challenges.