Lead Fire Safety Engineer - Strategy, Design & Mentorship

Snc-Lavalin; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Dublin is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to lead fire safety strategies across multiple sectors. The role focuses on design, risk assessment, and site inspections, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with design teams.

The ideal candidate will have postgrad experience in consultancy, a BE (Hons) in Fire Safety Engineering, and preferably an MSc. A driving licence and hybrid working environment support a balanced, client‑facing role.

Qualifications

• Postgrad experience in a consultancy or similar environment.
• Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Fire Safety Engineering (or equivalent).
• MSc in Fire Safety Engineering are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire safety strategies from inception to completion on a variety of projects.
• Prepare technical reports and review drawings.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and surveys.
• Undertake site inspections under BC(A)R 2014.
• Review contractor and design team proposals and submittals.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and team members.
• Build networks with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Fire safety design

Engineering communication

Lead and mentor

Multi-project management

Client facing skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Fire Safety Engineering

MSc in Fire Safety Engineering (preferred)

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Dublin is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to lead fire safety strategies across multiple sectors. The role focuses on design, risk assessment, and site inspections, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with design teams.

The ideal candidate will have postgrad experience in consultancy, a BE (Hons) in Fire Safety Engineering, and preferably an MSc. A driving licence and hybrid working environment support a balanced, client‑facing role.