Field Engineer – Fire, Life & Safety

About the role

AECOM is looking for a detail‑oriented Field Engineer specialized in fire, life and safety systems to join its Riyadh team. You will work on commercial and industrial facilities, ensuring that all safety equipment meets Saudi Arabian and international standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections and functional testing of fire detection, alarm and suppression systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration and testing of life‑safety equipment such as emergency lighting and exit signage.
• Diagnose technical issues, implement corrective actions and verify system performance.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, maintenance logs and test results.
• Ensure all work complies with Saudi Arabian safety regulations and relevant fire‑safety codes.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients and internal project teams.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years (120 months) of experience in fire and life‑safety engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian safety regulations and international fire codes.
• Ability to work independently in the field while adhering to strict safety protocols.
• Excellent documentation and report‑writing skills.

Required skills

• Life safety system certification
• Fire safety systems inspection
• Building standards compliance
• Regulatory compliance
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting fire and life‑safety equipment
• Testing and maintenance of emergency response equipment
• Fire alarm system certification

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia.
• Collaborative environment within a global engineering firm.
• Professional development and training in advanced safety technologies.