Fire Engineering Lead – Offsite Construction & Innovation

Etex; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolusion, part of Etex, is seeking a Construction Systems Engineer to advance fire safety and innovative offsite construction solutions in the UK. The role combines fire engineering with product development, testing, validation, and technical project management across façades and building systems.

Mid-level with autonomy, you’ll support design reviews, prepare compliance documentation, manage certification processes, and contribute to regional business development while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or equivalent body.
• Experience in offsite construction, MMC, modular systems or light gauge steel framing.
• Knowledge of façades, external wall systems and cladding technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire engineering assessments and provide technical guidance on building systems and product applications.
• Review designs and construction details for fire safety compliance with standards.
• Prepare reports, assessments and compliance documentation for certification.
• Manage fire safety certification processes and maintain records.
• Carry out site and façade inspections for fire performance and installation quality.
• Identify risks and non-conformities; propose corrective actions.
• Support project teams with technical queries and compliance challenges.
• Drive best practices and sustainable solutions in construction systems and fire safety.
• Ensure all designs and docs meet safety, environmental and performance requirements.
• Contribute to business development across the UK, Ireland and international markets.

Skills

IFE membership

Offsite construction

Facade knowledge

Job description

Evolusion, part of Etex, is seeking a Construction Systems Engineer to advance fire safety and innovative offsite construction solutions in the UK. The role combines fire engineering with product development, testing, validation, and technical project management across façades and building systems.

Mid-level with autonomy, you’ll support design reviews, prepare compliance documentation, manage certification processes, and contribute to regional business development while ensuring safety and