FLS/MEP Expert – Metro, High Speed Rail, LRT or Mainline Railway

About the role

Parsons is seeking a senior Fire & Life Safety (FLS) and Mechanical‑Electrical‑Plumbing (MEP) expert to lead technical delivery on metro, high‑speed rail, LRT and mainline railway projects in Abu Dhabi. You will act as the subject‑matter expert, ensuring designs meet safety, regulatory and performance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Review and approve engineering designs, specifications, calculations and technical submissions for FLS and MEP systems.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, IEC, local authority, Civil Defence and railway standards.
• Lead integration of fire protection, smoke management, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building services with signaling, SCADA, traction power and AFC systems.
• Participate in safety, hazard, interface and design‑assurance reviews.
• Support testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing and operational readiness activities.
• Coordinate with clients, operators, contractors, consultants and regulatory bodies.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, non‑conformances and design issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to project teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of FLS and/or MEP engineering experience.
• At least 10 years on metro, high‑speed rail, LRT or mainline railway projects.

Required skills

• SCADA BMS and rail system interfaces.
• Fire detection and suppression systems.
• Smoke control and tunnel ventilation.
• HVAC and building services.
• Electrical distribution and UPS systems.
• Plumbing and public health systems.