Fire Protection Engineer

Saudi Aramco (ASC)

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

• Provide technical expertise in industrial fire operations, emphasizing tank firefighting, HazMat response, and foam-based suppression methods.
• Assess fire risks in high-hazard facilities (e.g., refineries, tank farms, processing units) and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Conduct acceptance testing of foam resources and systems to ensure compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design fire safety protocols aligned with evolving international standards.
• Demonstrate leadership by training personnel on advanced firefighting techniques, equipment utilization, and incident command systems.
• Develop tactical response plans for complex scenarios, such as tank fires, flammable liquid spills, and multi-agency coordination.
• Evaluate operational readiness of firefighting units to ensure alignment with NFPA and global best practices.
• Conduct regular visits to Aramco's 50+ fire stations and facilities to evaluate operational capabilities, ensure compliance with safety standards, and identify opportunities for technical improvements.
• Mentor and develop young professionals through structured knowledge-sharing initiatives, technical workshops, and on-the-job training program s.

Minimum Requirements

• As the successful candidate you will hold a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, Fire & Explosion Engineering, Fire Science, Emergency Management, or a related field from a recognized program.
• You will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in fire safety field, including at least 3 years focused on industrial, HazMat or Municipal Fire operations.
• Alternatively, you will hold Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from a recognized program with 15+ years of experience in fire safety field, including at least 3 years focused on industrial, HazMat or Municipal Fire operations.
• A you will be able to demonstrate skills in mastery of incident command systems (ICS), hazardous materials response protocols, and fire dynamics in high-risk environments.
• Certifications such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection are preferred. Proficiency and deep understanding of NFPA/EN standards and haz ardous material handling are essential.