Fire Engineer

Access Talent Group; Glasgow, City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is looking for a Fire Engineer to join their building design team in Edinburgh. This role involves conducting fire safety assessments, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and possess experience in fire engineering.

Qualifications

• Professional certification or chartered status highly desirable.
• Proven experience in fire engineering within the building design industry.
• In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire safety assessments and inspections of building designs.
• Develop and implement fire protection strategies for new and existing buildings.
• Advise on fire protection systems selection and installation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related field

Tools

Fire modeling software (FDS, CFD)

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in a variety of projects.

Responsibilities:

- Conducting fire safety assessments and inspections of building designs to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

- Developing and implementing fire protection strategies for new construction projects as well as existing buildings.

- Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire safety measures into building designs.

- Preparing and reviewing fire safety reports, drawings, and specifications.

- Advising on the selection and installation of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems.

- Conducting risk assessments and fire modelling to identify potential fire hazards and develop effective risk reduction strategies.

- Staying abreast of the latest developments in fire safety engineering and incorporating best practices into our design processes.

- Providing expert guidance and support to project teams during the construction and commissioning phases to ensure fire safety measures are implemented correctly.

Candidate Profile

- Degree in Fire Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification or chartered status is highly desirable.

- Proven experience in fire engineering within the building design industry, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.

- In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations, codes, and standards, including BS 9999, Approved Document B, NFPA codes, and relevant Eurocodes.

- Proficiency in fire modeling software, such as FDS and CFD, as well as familiarity with building design and analysis tools like AutoCAD and Revit.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically when assessing fire risks and developing mitigation strategies.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, project teams, and regulatory authorities.

- A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

- A commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of fire engineering.

Our client is offering a competitive salary and a fantastic opportunity for career development, for more information and to apply for the position submit your CV to this vacancy.

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