Principal Fire Safety Engineer - Nuclear & High-Hazard

Tetra Tech Europe; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to join our growing UK team to lead fire strategy design, hazard analysis, and regulatory engagement across sectors including nuclear, residential, and commercial. You will apply advanced fire engineering principles, modelling tools, and strong reporting skills while guiding project teams and interacting with clients and regulators.

The role offers hybrid working with opportunities for chartership progression within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing fire safety strategies and performing fire risk analysis across complex projects.
• Strong ability to translate fire engineering principles into clear client guidance and documentation.
• Experience engaging with regulatory authorities and stakeholders to achieve compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire strategies and hazard analyses for nuclear and non-nuclear projects.
• Lead client meetings, site visits, and regulatory interactions to ensure safety requirements are met.
• Produce robust technical reports and coordinate with junior engineers.

Skills

Fire safety engineering

Hazard analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Technical reporting

Client engagement

Nuclear experience beneficial

Education

Chartered engineer status

Tools

CFAST

FDS

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to join our growing UK team to lead fire strategy design, hazard analysis, and regulatory engagement across sectors including nuclear, residential, and commercial. You will apply advanced fire engineering principles, modelling tools, and strong reporting skills while guiding project teams and interacting with clients and regulators.

The role offers hybrid working with opportunities for chartership progression within a collaborative