Fire Protection Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector is seeking a Fire Engineer to join their team in Bristol. This exciting opportunity involves working on nuclear power plants, ensuring safety functions during fires, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience with UK Fire Regulations.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Income protection

Life insurance

Eye Care

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified engineer in safety and/or fire protection technologies.
• Knowledge of UK Fire Regulations, including BS9999.
• Ability to propose fire protection and detection solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze 3D models to identify combustible materials.
• Perform temperature change calculations for simulated fires.
• Recommend fire protection solutions to minimize fire outbreaks.

Skills

Fire protection calculations

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in safety and/or fire protection technologies

Job description

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Since 2018, CERAP UK has supported the UK's Nuclear renaissance by providing its expertise in the following fields:

• Project Management
• Design and Engineering
• Qualification Test

Now CERAP UK is looking for a Fire Engineer to join our expanding team with our client in Bristol. If you are seeking a new and exciting opportunity to work on the first generation of Nuclear Power Plants in the UK, this role is perfect for you!

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Eye Care

Description:

Activities to be carried out as part of the service:

The service conducts internal studies on all the Nuclear Island buildings to ensure that safety functions are maintained during a fire and that UK safety standards are met.

The service collaborates with Building Leaders, the safety team, system engineers, civil engineers, and plant layout engineers.

Identification of risks:

• Using 3D models, calculation methodologies, and fire requirements, the Fire Engineer:
• Analyzes the 3D model to identify combustible materials in each area.
• Performs temperature change calculations over time for simulated fires using MAGIC software.
• Studies potential damage to systems (functional redundancy).
• Monitors and updates models based on engineering changes.
• Performs regulatory assessments for fire safety.
• Recommends fire protection solutions to prevent or minimize fire outbreaks.
• Divides buildings into zones for fire protection.
• Recommends fire detection and firefighting methods for quick response.
• Performs fire protection calculations with specific software.
• Supports systems and contract teams in understanding fire requirements.
• Provides justifications for departures from BS9999 standards.

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified engineer in safety and/or fire protection technologies, with knowledge of ETCF (EPR fire code).
• Experience with UK Fire Regulations, including BS9999.
• Proficiency in fire protection calculations and tools.
• Ability to propose fire protection and detection solutions.
• Conscientious, enthusiastic, with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.