Overview
Design Engineer Jobs in Dammam, Saudi Arabia at TestHiring
Position: Required Design Engineer
The Fire Protection Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and delivering high-performance fire protection and firefighting systems for industrial, commercial, and oil & gas facilities across Saudi Arabia. This role is critical to ensuring the safety, compliance, and operational integrity of large-scale projects, requiring expertise in fire safety standards, technical design, and cross-functional coordination. The engineer will contribute to project success by delivering accurate, code-compliant designs while supporting execution through technical leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Prepare fire protection system designs and engineering layouts
- Design sprinkler systems, fire water networks, fire pumps, hydrant systems, and firefighting systems
- Conduct hydraulic and engineering design calculations
- Develop technical submittals, material specifications, and project documentation
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and international fire safety codes
- Coordinate with MEP teams, consultants, contractors, and project engineers
- Review project specifications and client requirements
- Provide technical guidance and engineering solutions during project execution
- Participate in engineering review meetings and project coordination activities
- Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and technical accuracy throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Proven experience in fire protection and firefighting system design
- NFPA 13 Certification is mandatory
- Strong knowledge of sprinkler systems and hydraulic calculations
- Familiarity with international fire protection standards and engineering practices
- Experience in oil & gas, industrial, or infrastructure projects is highly preferred
- ARAMCO project experience is considered an added advantage
- Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines efficiently
Preferred Skills
- Experience with industrial fire protection and fire suppression systems
- Knowledge of Saudi Aramco engineering standards
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and fire protection design software
- Experience working on EPC or large-scale engineering projects
- Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
Title: Design Engineer
Company: TestHiring
Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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