Assistant Fire Engineer (Graduate)

Rider Levett Bucknall; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Private healthcare

APC / in-house mentoring

Season ticket loan

Professional membership support

Diverse project exposure

Charity volunteering

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall is seeking a Graduate Fire Engineer in the UK to support our experienced fire engineering team from concept design through construction, ensuring fire safety is integral to the project.

You will work on diverse projects such as skyscrapers, hospitals or transport hubs, gaining hands-on experience, mentoring, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A degree (or pending) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services, or related STEM.
• Knowledge of UK fire safety regulations and codes is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies and reports for new and existing buildings in line with UK regulations and international codes.
• Conduct fire engineering calculations including means of escape, smoke control, and structural fire protection.
• Support the use of CFD and evacuation modelling tools.
• Contribute to fire risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients, architects and building control bodies.
• Stay updated with changes in fire safety legislation and standards.
• Participate in graduate development programmes and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Skills

Fire engineering

CFD software

Evacuation analysis

Fire risk assessment

Regulations knowledge (UK)

Team collaboration

Proactive learner

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering (or pending)

Tools

CFD software

Evacuation modelling tools

Job description

Fire Engineers play a pivotal role in keeping people safe. They use science and engineering to understand how a fire behaves and design buildings to protect lives in the event a fire breaks out. Every building is different and fire engineers are problem solvers who think creatively, especially on complex projects such as skyscrapers, hospitals or transport hubs. As a Graduate Fire Engineer, you will support our experienced fire engineering team in delivering high‑quality fire strategies and technical advice. You will be involved in all stages of a project-from concept design to construction-ensuring that fire safety is integrated into the design and build process. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to join a supportive team, gain hands‑on experience, and develop a professional career in fire engineering through mentoring, training, and ongoing development.,

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies and reports for new and existing buildings in accordance with UK regulations and international codes.
• Conduct fire engineering calculations, including means of escape, smoke control, and structural fire protection.
• Support the use of computational tools such as CFD and evacuation modelling software.
• Contribute to fire risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams and external clients, architects, and building control bodies.
• Keep up to date with changes in fire safety legislation and technical standards.

• Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and graduate development programs.

  A degree (or pending) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services, or a related STEM discipline, Recognised as a client-focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.

• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

What makes RLB unique

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress. We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives - we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you'll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. We'll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector. You'll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee‑owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family‑friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.

• Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work‑life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure - You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.