Graduate Fire Engineer - Summer 2026

SOCOTEC UK Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dublin is seeking a Graduate Fire Engineer for Summer 2026. This role offers the chance to develop fire safety strategies, conduct assessments, and liaise with clients. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include 25 days of holiday, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive support for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday with buy options

Electric car scheme

Employee assistance programs

Enhanced company pension

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in fire engineering is advantageous.
• Involvement with a professional body is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction fire safety strategies.
• Prepare fire safety assessments for external walls.
• Conduct site visits as required.
• Provide fire safety advice to clients.

Skills

Positive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in fire engineering or a related subject

Job description

Graduate Fire Engineer – Summer 2026 – Dublin

Are you interested in a career in Fire Safety & Fire Engineering? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Graduate Fire Engineer, as well as playing a vital role in helping our business succeed. We’re looking for Graduate Fire Engineers to join our team in Summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction fire safety strategies
• Prepare fire safety assessments for external walls
• Prepare other technical engineering analyses such as CFD modelling, structural fire engineering, radiation assessments, etc.
• Carry out site visits when required
• Provide fire safety advice
• Write fee proposal letters
• Liaise with clients on a regular basis

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in fire engineering or a related subject, with relevant experience in fire engineering.
• Involvement with a professional body.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

We can offer you a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family‑friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. We also offer flexible working arrangements with the possibility of working from various SOCOTEC offices, encouragement to pursue studies, and CPD coordination and accreditation support.

About Fire Safety & Engineering

Our Fire Safety & Engineering team focuses on providing an award‑winning, flexible and forward‑thinking approach, as well as a high level of technical capability. We deliver cost‑effective, practical solutions to our clients for the full range of fire safety problems. Both on site and in the office, nationally and internationally, we cater to the needs of any project with regards to assisting with emerging risks and designing solutions to combat them.

Why SOCOTEC?

Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,400 colleagues across our divisions delivering world‑class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best talent. As a Graduate Fire Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in providing these services.

We offer transversal and linear career pathways, support you in attaining a portfolio career, and provide possibilities to work locally, nationally or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.