Fire Fighting & Plumbing Engineer

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

About Slihrms

• AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization.
• We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.
• Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.
• We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Responsibilities

• Overview The Fire Fighting & Plumbing Engineer will be responsible for the design review, site supervision, inspection, testing, commissioning, and delivery of fire protection and plumbing systems across a wide range of building and infrastructure projects.
• The role ensures that all Fire Fighting and Plumbing works are executed in compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, local authority regulations, international standards, and health and safety requirements.
• The successful candidate will provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality and compliant mechanical systems including fire suppression networks, fire pumps, sprinkler systems, hydrant systems, water supply networks, drainage systems, sewage treatment interfaces, and plumbing infrastructure.
• Your role Design Review & Technical Coordination Review Fire Fighting and Plumbing designs, calculations, specifications, and drawings for compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, and utility providers to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.
• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, material approvals, and method statements.
• Identify design conflicts and provide practical engineering solutions.
• Support value engineering initiatives and design optimization efforts.
• Site Supervision & Inspection Inspect installation works related to fire protection and plumbing systems to ensure compliance with approved designs and specifications.
• Monitor contractor performance and construction progress.
• Verify material installations and workmanship quality.
• Conduct routine site inspections and prepare inspection reports and non-conformance reports where required.
• Ensure construction activities meet project quality standards and schedule requirements.
• Testing & Commissioning Witness testing and commissioning activities for fire fighting and plumbing systems.
• Review commissioning procedures, test reports, and system performance documentation.
• Verify functionality of fire pumps, sprinkler systems, hydrants, hose reels, water supply systems, drainage systems, and related equipment.
• Ensure systems are commissioned in accordance with project requirements and authority regulations.
• Support handover and project closeout activities.
• & Contractor Management Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in technical meetings, progress reviews, and coordination workshops.
• Respond to RFIs and site technical queries.
• Provide engineering recommendations and technical support during project execution.
• Assist project management teams in resolving technical and construction-related issues.
• Documentation & Compliance Review and maintain project documentation including inspection records, technical reports, as-built drawings, and testing records.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, local authority requirements, and regulatory approvals.
• Monitor implementation of quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Support authority inspections and approval processes.
• Assist in preparation of final handover documentation.
• Health, Safety & Quality Promote and enforce compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Monitor safe installation and testing practices on site.
• Ensure adherence to quality management systems and project procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best engineering practices.
• Maintain AtkinsRéalis standards for safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• About you Education Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or relevant field preferred.
• Experience 8+ years of experience in Fire Fighting and Plumbing engineering within engineering consultancy, PMC, contractor, or developer organizations.
• Proven experience in the supervision, inspection, design review, testing, and commissioning of Fire Fighting and Plumbing systems for commercial, residential, healthcare, hospitality, transportation, industrial, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong experience delivering projects within the Middle East, preferably Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, or other GCC markets.
• Experience working on large-scale developments, high-rise buildings, airports, hospitals, or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated success coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing contractor interfaces.

Benefits

• Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.