MEP Installations Engineer – Fire Protection Specialist

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Job Summary: We are seeking an Engineer with experience in MEP installations and fire protection systems design for building construction and civil engineering projects in the airport sector. Key Highlights: 1. Participate in innovative and international projects. 2. Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth. 3. Commitment to equal opportunities and diverse teams. Date: 11 Mar 2026 Location: Málaga, ES, 29001 **\#Airports** ----------------- In airports, AERTEC positions itself as the most aeronautical engineering firm—from investment studies, planning and design, to advisory services for airport operations and improvement of terminal area and airfield processes. We innovate with a focus on Advanced Air Mobility. With references in over 200 airports across more than 40 countries on five continents. **MEP Installations Engineer \- Fire Protection Specialist** ================================================================= **\#Airports** **Who Are We at AERTEC?** AERTEC is an international company specializing in **aerospace technology**, operating in the aerospace industry, defense, and airports. We have studies and projects in **40 countries**, participate in major global aeronautical programs, and hold references in 160 international airports. Our value proposition is to be **specialists in the aerospace and defense industries and in the airport sector**. This specialization enables us to fully understand each sector—from operational processes and infrastructure design to system development and integration. Our **people** form the foundation of our client relationship—the link between the client and the company. As professionals, we possess and convey the knowledge required to deliver AERTEC’s services. We transfer to our clients our enthusiasm for our work and identify fully with their objectives. Our **organization** is fundamental in managing our multidisciplinary projects. Teamwork, internal processes, and information management are essential to ensure profitability and knowledge transfer. **What Do We Do in the Team?** In airports, we position ourselves as the most aeronautical engineering firm—intervening in investment studies, planning and design, advisory services for airport operations, and process improvements in terminal areas and airfields. We have **references in over 160 airports distributed across more than 40 countries on five continents**. **Job Description:** --------------------------- At **AERTEC**, we seek to hire an **Engineer with experience in MEP installations design**, with a special focus on **fire protection systems**, to participate in projects within **building construction and civil engineering**. Key responsibilities include: * Project management of installations in building construction and civil engineering. * Design and development of MEP installations, especially **fire protection systems**. * Supervision of installations during the construction phase to ensure proper execution in accordance with drawings and technical specifications. * Identification and resolution of issues related to **fire protection and sanitation installations**. * Ensuring compliance with applicable **current regulations** for installations. The ideal candidate should possess: * In-depth knowledge of **fire protection systems in demanding environments**, including incorporation of client, insurer, and authority requirements. * In-depth knowledge of national (Spain) and international (**NFPA**) **fire protection regulations**, applied to **industrial and building (large tertiary) projects**. * Experience in **fire protection systems design**: water-based systems, foam systems, fire-fighting networks (hydrants, hoses, sprinklers, etc.). * Experience in **fire detection and alarm systems design**: conventional, analog, aspirating smoke detection, flame detection systems, among others. * Knowledge of **passive fire protection**, definition of compartmentation, evacuation routes and strategies. * Valuable knowledge of **smoke extraction systems**, fire modeling, fire load calculation, and smoke extraction strategy design. * Valuable experience in **installation commissioning and legalization**, including procedures with authorities, clients and insurers. We seek professionals with a **technical profile, project management capability, and orientation toward quality and regulatory compliance**, interested in participating in technically demanding projects. **Job Requirements:** -------------------------- **Minimum Education:** * Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent (MECES or equivalent European-level qualifications) **Minimum Experience:** * 3 years in the sector or in technical project management roles. **Minimum Requirements:** * Prior experience in fire protection installations design. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience in airports or transport infrastructure. * International experience **Skills that would align well with the team and project for this role include:** * Methodical, organized, and proactive individual with analytical, structuring, and synthesis capabilities. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with high commitment to the client. * Solution-oriented, highly autonomous, and goal-focused. * Clear team-oriented mindset and collaborative culture. * Willingness to travel. **Why Work at AERTEC?:** * Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. * We foster a young and dynamic work environment where juniors and seniors share values and learn from one another through internal activities. * We work on innovative and international projects, collaborating across disciplines and offices worldwide. * Flexible working hours and hybrid remote work model. * Flexible compensation plan, allowing you to choose benefits best suited to your needs: childcare vouchers, meal vouchers, and private health insurance. * Continuous training through our Speex and Udemy platforms. * Committed to equal opportunities through goals set forth in our Equality Plan. * We engage in solidarity projects, including: “Euro Solidario”, “School Supplies for All”, and “No Child Without Toys”. * You will have the opportunity to gain international professional experience through our international assignments. \#fomentamoslaigualdad We firmly believe diverse teams are more innovative, transformative, and achieve better results. Therefore, we promote inclusion of all individuals regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation or identity, disability, or any other condition. Join our team! **Why AERTEC?** -------------------- * Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. * Young and dynamic work environment where juniors and seniors share values and learn. * Innovative international projects across disciplines and with offices worldwide. * Flexible working hours and hybrid remote work model. * Flexible compensation plan—choose the benefits best suited to your needs: childcare vouchers, meal vouchers, and private health insurance. * Continuous training via Speex and Udemy platforms. * Commitment to equal opportunities (Equality Plan). * Solidarity projects: “Euro Solidario”, “School Supplies for All”, and “No Child Without Toys”. * Gain international professional experience through international assignments. **\#fomentamoslaigualdad** -------------------------- We firmly believe diverse teams are the most innovative, transformative, and those achieving the best results. Therefore, we promote inclusion of all individuals regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation or identity, disability, or any other condition. **Join the \#AERTECTEAM!** ---------------------------