Senior Fire Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

As a Senior Fire Engineer you will be working with a creative, innovative, multi-cultural and self-motivated team of fire safety consultants in Dubai, the wider UKIMEA region and globally. The successful candidate will complement our fire safety consultants by assisting with the implementation of fire engineering solutions and fire strategies across our projects. Due to our geographic location, we are very well positioned to work closely with our fire teams globally.

Hear from our Fire safety team at Arup.

The Opportunity

Arup’s fire engineering team in the Middle East is well-established, having had a presence in the region for over 20 years where we have delivered fire engineering solutions for many of the region’s most iconic projects such as Emaar’s Dubai Mall and Dubai Marina Mall, the new Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi currently under construction to the recently completed Zayed International Airport Terminal A, Abu Dhabi. Currently our fire team are delivering the fire engineering design for the New Murabba Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for FIFA World Cup 2034 as well as many other large iconic projects across UAE and wider Gulf region.

The successful candidate will form part of the project team on a range of different projects, managing junior engineers, and being supported by the wider team as necessary. The role will involve interactive and collaborative working with our fire engineers and with colleagues throughout the multidisciplinary teams at Arup. The role gives the opportunity to travel within the Gulf region and further afield as projects require. The projects will be diverse, exciting and range from conceptual fire strategy and masterplan developments through to detailed design and handing over landmark projects.

Our Fire Engineering team takes a particularly active role in the development of our people and routinely provide opportunities to attend appropriate training and development courses. Also, because of the developing nature of fire engineering, employees are encouraged to attend annual conferences and CPD events (both internal and external). Once you have demonstrated a suitable skill level in fire engineering and delivery of projects there will be a number of opportunities to advance your career.

We are looking for someone who is technically excellent and capable of delivering quality fire safety solutions on time and on budget. A proven track record of gaining agreement for fire and life safety strategies from approving authorities is also essential.

As a senior member of the Fire team, you will have strong communication and negotiating skills and experience of leading project teams. You will be a team player capable of imparting knowledge and experience to other members of the team in order to grow and develop them under your support.

You should have strong commercial and client facing skills and be able to represent Arup externally with minimal supervision. An existing portfolio of clients / contacts in the industry would be of benefit.

Experience in the principles of smoke control and means of escape are essential and knowledge of fire safety codes, standards and guidance associated with the industry is also important.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for candidates with:

·       A minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant degree subject (fire engineering, other types of engineering, or architecture related degree).

·       Chartered status with a relevant institution such as the Institution of Fire Engineers or be close to gaining Chartered Engineer status or equivalent (e.g. Professional Engineer in USA).

·       7+ years’ experience in a consultancy or similar environment with at least 3 years in a similar senior position.

·       Extensive experience in delivering fire engineered solutions.

·       Awareness of industry challenges and code changes and experience in implementation in projects as well as discussing/presenting to clients and stakeholders on the topic.

·       Knowledge of IBC and NFPA codes and standards would be a benefit but not essential.

·       Be familiar with RIBA stages of design or other design frameworks and understand the total fire concept: from the client brief through to construction and operation, the fire engineering challenges relevant to different design stages and the level/type of fire engineering input required to progress the design and contribute to completion.

·       Experience in managing other engineers in the development and implementation of fire strategies, projects, and research initiatives.

·       Experience in managing financial performance on projects.

·       Experience in negotiation and agreement of scope, fee, contractual terms and conditions with clients. Understand and manage the scope and relevant programme constraints of projects, experience in project changes management.

·       Experience in presenting and discussing design solutions, including fire engineering assessments, to approving authorities and other stakeholders.

·       Experience in teaching, mentoring and supporting junior engineers in their career development.

·       Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills, be collaborative, be creative and engaging.

·       Experience in business development activities and establishing a network of clients / colleagues inside and outside Arup.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Marek Mazurowski at marek.mazurowski@arup.com

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits include cover under the UAE Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance with dental cover up to a limit), Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance cover.  These are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial, physical and mental wellbeing.

We also offer Schooling allowance for up to 3 children who live in the UAE (caps apply), Professional subscriptions (reimbursement for up to 3 subscriptions to a limited amount approved by the Firm), interest free loans for house rental costs, employee assistance programme (counselling) and holiday trading (buy or sell of up to 5 days holiday per year).

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. We aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek Mazurowski marek.mazurowski@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

Please apply online as we do not accept direct applications via email due to UAE's federal data privacy law.

Closing date: 11th November 2025 - We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.

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