Fire Engineer 2026 Start - Glasgow

Jensen Hughes; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire consultancy in the UK is seeking a Graduate Fire Engineer. This position involves fire engineering analysis for diverse projects, including high-rise buildings and retail complexes. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in relevant fields and possess strong communication skills. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for rapid career advancement.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

33 days of holiday

4x life assurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental-related pay

Access to extensive technical training

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fire engineering analysis of projects involving new and existing buildings.
• Work on high-rise buildings, retail complexes, and airport developments.
• Analyse fire growth, means of escape, structural fire resistance, and smoke control.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-player

Time management

Knowledge of fire engineering

Education

Master’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Physics

Job description

Job Overview

These roles are open across all our UK & I offices. Please do not apply to all the vacancies but to your preferred location; if you are open to more than one location, we will identify this during the recruitment process. Please note to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in the UK or Ireland.

We have a great opportunity for Graduate Fire Engineer to join us across the UK and Ireland and become part of our 1,500+ global employees who work together to advance the science of safety every day.

Why join us to grow your career?

• 74% of our current Directors/Technical Directors in the UK & Ireland started their career with us as graduates.
• We are the largest fire consultancy in Europe with offices located in Belgium, Finland, Italy, Denmark and the UK & Ireland.
• As a Graduate Fire Engineer, you will be an integral part of a dynamic design team, working with experienced Engineers and receiving constant technical support to quickly gain knowledge and experience in fire engineering projects.
• You will be given early responsibility and the opportunity to progress rapidly. Jensen Hughes encourages all Engineers to achieve chartered status via the Institute of Fire Engineers and offers help and support during the process.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the fire engineering analysis of exciting projects involving new and existing buildings.
• You will work on a wide range of buildings such as high‑rise office buildings, large retail complexes and airport developments, each providing unique challenges in developing an innovative fire engineering strategy.
• You will analyse fire growth, means of escape, structural fire resistance and smoke control by various methods including computer modelling software such as Computational Fluid Dynamics. The preparation of technical reports and liaising with our clients, who include some of the largest building developers in the country, is an important part of your role.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
• A Master’s degree (achieved in the last two years or expected) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Physics.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

Additional qualifications / experience that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• A team-player who can work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• A second European language is an advantage but not essential.

Graduate Development Programme

Our Graduate Development Programme gives you hands‑on project work, mentorship, and the support to work toward professional accreditation. Over two years, you’ll gain experience across fire engineering and related disciplines, setting you up for a successful, impactful career.

Sustainability in Fire Engineering

At Jensen Hughes, fire safety and sustainability go hand in hand. In the UK, we support the design of safe, energy‑efficient, and sustainable buildings that meet BREEAM standards and align with net‑zero goals. As a graduate, you’ll play a role in delivering solutions that protect people while helping to create a more sustainable built environment.

Our People Are Our Greatest Asset

At Jensen Hughes, we know that our people are the foundation of our success. To attract and retain the best talent, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work‑life balance, and professional growth.

Our UK & I Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays) with an additional day after 3 years
• 4x life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental‑related pay
• Recognition and reward programmes to celebrate team efforts
• Access to extensive technical training and resources

Supporting Your Work‑Life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility and balance. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time, and flexible working arrangements to suit both you and the business. For certain teams, this may include an early Friday finish at 3 pm once contracted hours and client deadlines are met.

• Flexible working hours and patterns
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
• The option to carry over up to five unused holiday days into the next year (subject to discussion and approval)

A Commitment to Continuous Improvement

We regularly review our benefits programme to ensure it aligns with statutory requirements, market trends, and the needs of our team. Any modifications will be carefully considered to support our employees and the company’s long‑term goals.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Position Code

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