At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fire engineering solutions and develop fire strategies for diverse projects.
- Company: Join a leading consultancy with a focus on innovative fire engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, remote work, annual bonus, and professional development support.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of fire safety in major UK and international projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Fire Engineering or related field; experience in fire strategy reports.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Fire Safety Engineer / Fire Protection Engineer
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced
Fire Safety Engineer to join our growing Fire Engineering team, supporting the delivery of complex projects across the data centre, aviation, energy, utilities, industrial, commercial and infrastructure sectors .
This role offers the opportunity to work on major UK and international developments, delivering fire strategies, life safety solutions and fire protection designs while collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams.
The Role
As a Senior Fire Safety Engineer, you will lead and support the delivery of fire engineering solutions from concept through detailed design, ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations, British Standards and international fire codes.
Working closely with clients, architects, MEP engineers and project managers, you will provide technical leadership on fire strategy, fire protection systems and life safety engineering across all RIBA stages.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare Fire Strategy Reports for new and existing developments.
- Develop fire and life safety strategies across multiple sectors.
- Carry out fire engineering assessments and compliance reviews.
- Undertake smoke control and evacuation assessments.
- Review architectural and MEP drawings to ensure fire safety compliance.
• Design and assess active fire protection systems including
- Sprinkler Systems
- Water Mist Systems
- Fire Pumps
- Hydrants
- Fire Mains
- Gaseous Suppression Systems
- Review hydraulic calculations and fire suppression designs.
- Coordinate fire alarm systems, smoke control and BMS cause-and-effect requirements.
- Support DSEAR and ATEX risk assessments where required.
- Produce technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
- Provide technical assurance and quality reviews.
- Attend client meetings and multidisciplinary design workshops.
- Liaise with Building Control, approving authorities and key stakeholders.
- Support site inspections, commissioning and witnessing activities.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to business growth.
- Project Sectors
- Mission Critical Data Centres
- Aviation & Airports
- Energy Infrastructure
- National Grid Projects
- Utilities
- Industrial & Manufacturing
- Commercial
- Healthcare
- Residential
- Mixed-Use Developments
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
- Experience delivering Fire Strategy Reports.
• Strong understanding of
- Approved Document B
- NFPA Standards
- Experience designing or reviewing fire protection systems.
- Knowledge of smoke control and pressurisation systems.
- Experience working alongside MEP design teams.
- Excellent report writing and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
Desirable
- Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) experience.
- CFD modelling experience.
- DSEAR / ATEX knowledge.
- CIBSE or IFE Membership.
- Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership.
- Software
- FDS
- Pyro Sim
- IES VE
- Auto CAD
- Revit
- Bluebeam
- What's on Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Fully remote working
- Annual Bonus
- Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Professional Memberships Paid
- Chartership Support
- Structured Career Development
- Exposure to Major UK & International Projects
- Flexible Working Environment
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fire Safety Engineer to join a leading consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across mission critical, aviation, infrastructure and energy sectors while playing a key role in shaping innovative fire engineering solutions.
Fire Safety Engineer / Fire Protection Engineer (Remote) in London employer: E-Resourcing Ltd - Specialist I.T. Recruitment
E-Resourcing Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Greater London. With a focus on employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities and support for career advancement, ensuring our team members thrive in their roles. Our competitive salary packages, bonuses, and benefits, combined with the chance to work on impactful ERP transformation projects, make us a rewarding choice for professionals seeking meaningful employment.
Contact Details:
E-Resourcing Ltd - Specialist I.T. Recruitment Recruitment Team
