Associate Fire Engineer

Job Description:

A growing and well-established fire safety consultancy is seeking an Associate Fire Engineer to join their expanding team.

This Associate Fire Engineer opportunity is available across multiple UK locations and offers involvement in a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK and internationally.

The Associate Fire Engineer will play a key leadership role, contributing to both technical delivery and the ongoing development of the team.

The Associate Fire Engineer's Role

The Associate Fire Engineer will lead fire engineering projects from inception through to completion, working closely with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders. The Associate Fire Engineer will also support business strategy and mentor junior engineers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing fee proposals, fire strategy reports, and technical documentation
• Attending client meetings, undertaking site inspections, and presenting fire strategies
• Reviewing architectural drawings to identify risks and opportunities
• Conducting means of escape analysis and evacuation calculations
• Undertaking computational evacuation modelling
• Completing fire engineering calculations including smoke control and radiant heat
• Carrying out third-party reviews and design verification
• Applying UK fire safety legislation and standards across projects
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and contributing to their development
• Assisting with strategic objectives and contributing to senior-level discussions

The Associate Fire Engineer

The ideal Associate Fire Engineer will demonstrate strong technical expertise alongside leadership and commercial awareness. The Associate Fire Engineer will be proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality work.

Requirements include:

• A degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• A minimum of 4 years' experience as a Senior Fire Engineer or equivalent
• Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (AIFireE or MIFireE)
• Strong understanding of ADB, BS 9999, and BS 9991
• Proven ability to develop and deliver fire engineering design solutions
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Commercial awareness and experience supporting project delivery
• A collaborative approach with a passion for mentoring and team development

In Return?

The successful Associate Fire Engineer will benefit from a supportive and inclusive working environment, including:

• Flexible and balanced working culture
• £75,000- £90,000
• Pension scheme
• 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare and healthcare plans
• Wellbeing initiatives and challenges

This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Fire Engineer seeking a leadership role within a people-focused consultancy, offering both technical challenge and long-term career progression.

Ref: LB21747

If you are Fire Safety Professional considering your career opportunities, then contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

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