Fire Engineer

Access Talent Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Fire Engineer, where your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring fire safety across innovative building designs. You will conduct fire safety assessments, develop protection strategies, and collaborate with architects and engineers to integrate safety measures into projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact a variety of projects while staying at the forefront of fire safety engineering. If you are passionate about fire safety and looking to grow in a supportive environment, this position is tailored for you, offering a competitive salary and the chance to work on exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fire Engineering or related field is essential.
• Proven experience in fire engineering within building design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire safety assessments and inspections for compliance.
• Develop fire protection strategies for new and existing buildings.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering

Professional certification or chartered status

Tools

FDS (Fire Dynamics Simulator)

CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics)

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Guildford. 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:

1. Conducting fire safety assessments and inspections of building designs to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
2. Developing and implementing fire protection strategies for new construction projects as well as existing buildings.
3. Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire safety measures into building designs.
4. Preparing and reviewing fire safety reports, drawings, and specifications.
5. Advising on the selection and installation of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems.
6. Conducting risk assessments and fire modelling to identify potential fire hazards and develop effective risk reduction strategies.
7. Staying abreast of the latest developments in fire safety engineering and incorporating best practices into our design processes.
8. Providing expert guidance and support to project teams during the construction and commissioning phases to ensure fire safety measures are implemented correctly.

Candidate Profile:

1. Degree in Fire Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification or chartered status is highly desirable.
2. Proven experience in fire engineering within the building design industry, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
3. In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations, codes, and standards, including BS 9999, Approved Document B, NFPA codes, and relevant Eurocodes.
4. Proficiency in fire modeling software, such as FDS and CFD, as well as familiarity with building design and analysis tools like AutoCAD and Revit.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically when assessing fire risks and developing mitigation strategies.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, project teams, and regulatory authorities.
7. A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
8. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of fire engineering.

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: London