Associate Fire Engineer

Brandon James Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare and healthcare plans

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

A well-established fire safety consultancy is seeking an Associate Fire Engineer to join their expanding team in the UK. The role involves leading fire engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers, and engaging with clients. Candidates should have a degree in Fire Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. This position offers a salary between £75,000 and £90,000, along with benefits including 33 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and private healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Senior Fire Engineer or equivalent.
• Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (AIFireE or MIFireE) is required.
• Strong understanding of UK fire safety standards (ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991).

Responsibilities

• Lead fire engineering projects from inception through to completion.
• Produce fee proposals, fire strategy reports, and technical documentation.
• Attend client meetings and undertake site inspections.

Skills

Fire Engineering design solutions

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

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.

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

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

Requirements

• 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 salary band
• 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.