Fire Engineer

SOCOTEC Building Control Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate invites applications for a Fire Engineer to join our Fire Engineering team. You will develop fire safety strategies, perform site visits, and contribute to technical reports across diverse building projects.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree (mechanical/structural/civil) plus a postgraduate fire engineering qualification, with 2+ years in a similar role and a strong focus on safety.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (mechanical, structural, civil or similar) and a postgraduate fire engineering qualification (certificate, diploma or masters)
• At least two years' experience in a similar role and a passion for fire safety
• Confident communicator with customer service skills and ability to work independently or in a team

Responsibilities

• Develop fire safety strategies and mark-ups for buildings and infrastructure projects
• Provide advisory support and carry out site visits during construction
• Prepare assessment reports of external wall systems and perform CFD modelling and structural fire engineering analyses

Skills

Confident communicator

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree

Postgraduate fire engineering qualification

Tools

FDS/PyroSim

Pathfinder

SAFIR

B-Risk

Job description

• Business Unit: Fire Engineering

Company Description

At SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner supporting our clients at every stage of the property lifecycle. We offer a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, dilapidations advice, technical due diligence, compliance support, and sustainability consultancy. Our specialists focus on delivering solutions that are not only technically robust but also commercially sensible. By prioritising quality, reliability, and strong client relationships, we ensure buildings are safe, efficient, and future-ready — creating spaces that perform better for businesses, communities, and the environment.

What's in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• an electric car scheme (where applicable)
• employee recognition programmes
• family-friendly support
• exclusive retail discounts
• employee assistance programmes
• and an enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Fire Engineer

Are you interested in fire engineering? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Fire Engineer, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC's continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We're looking for a dedicated Fire Engineer to join our Fire Engineering team and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Fire Engineer to join our Fire Engineering team. In this role, you'll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in engineering (mechanical, structural, civil or similar field), along with knowledge of fire safety issues and relevant legislation and design guidance such as Approved Document B (ADB), BS 9999, BS 9991 and BS 7974, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Develop fire safety strategies and associated mark-ups for various buildings and infrastructure projects
• Provide advisory support and carry out site visits during construction stage
• Prepare assessment reports of external wall systems and prepare other technical engineering analysis such as CFD modelling, structural fire engineering using programs such as FDS/PyroSim, Pathfinder, SAFIR, B-Risk

Qualifications

To be a successful Fire Engineer, you should be able to demonstrate:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (mechanical, structural, civil or similar field) and a postgraduate fire engineering qualification (certificate, diploma or masters)
• At least two years' experience in a similar role and to be extremely passionate about fire safety
• Confident communicator, good customer service skills, self-motivated, able to prioritise and work on own initiative, as well as following instructions and working as part of a team

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow