Principal Fire Engineer

Jensen Hughes; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire consultancy in London seeks a Principal Fire Engineer to manage complex projects and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have a background in fire engineering and be working toward Chartered Engineer status. Offering a competitive benefits package and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

33 days paid time off

Discretionary bonus scheme

Enhanced parental-related pay

Extensive technical training

Qualifications

• Background in fire engineering, preferably in consultancy.
• Ideally working toward Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects for clients.
• Work on various projects across the UK and overseas.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.

Skills

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling

Client management

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering

Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

CFAST

Pyrosim

Pathfinder

Job description

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes has a rare and exciting opportunity for a talented Principal Fire Engineer to join our London team and help us drive excellence across our projects and deliver world-class life safety solutions to our varied client base in 2025. This is a key hire for our expanding London team. You will lead on industry projects and play a key role in shaping future talent through mentorship and development opportunities.

Why join us to grow your career?

• 74% of our current UK & Ireland Directors/Technical Directors started their careers with us as graduates, showing strong internal progression.
• We are the largest fire consultancy in Europe with offices in Belgium, Finland, Denmark, Italy, and the UK & Ireland, renowned for innovative, design-focused solutions.
• As a Fire Engineer you will be an integral part of a dynamic technical team, working with experienced Engineers and collaborating with our Forensics division on leading technical projects.
• Join a supportive and diverse team that prioritizes people, clients and communities, with opportunities to develop your career.
• We encourage engineers to achieve chartered status and offer help and support during the process.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects to ensure successful delivery to important clients.
• Work on a broad portfolio of projects across the UK and worldwide, involving various building types.
• Proficient in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling and analysis for smoke movement.
• Develop and use other computer modelling software such as CFAST, Pyrosim and Pathfinder to provide alternative fire engineering solutions.
• Manage personnel in a team of engineers; mentor and train graduates.
• Client-facing with the confidence to address construction-related queries.
• Contribute to Business Development and help grow the client base.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Background in fire engineering, preferably within a consultancy environment.
• Bachelors degree or higher in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Ideally working toward Chartered Engineer status.

Our People Are Our Greatest Asset

We know our people are the foundation of our success. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth.

Our UK and Ireland Benefits Include:

• Private medical insurance
• 33 days paid time off with an additional day after 3 years
• 4x life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental-related pay
• Recognition and reward programmes
• Extensive technical training and resources

Supporting Your Work-Life Balance

We offer flexible working arrangements to suit you and the business, including hybrid, part-time, and flexible hours, plus:

• Flexible hours and patterns including early Friday finish
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
• Option to carry over up to five unused holiday days

A Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Our benefits program is regularly reviewed to align with statutory requirements, market trends, and the needs of our team.

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.