Fire Engineer (Fire System Design)

NRL; Wilton (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fire System Design Engineer to lead consulting activities in the Oil & Gas sector. This role involves conceptual fire system design, site inspections, and client interactions on critical projects. Candidates will leverage their expertise in fire protection engineering and relevant standards to ensure compliance and effectiveness of fire safety systems. The position offers flexibility with remote/hybrid options and a chance to contribute to innovative engineering solutions that support a sustainable future. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and safety in engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire protection engineering and fire risk assessments.
• Good working knowledge of fire-related standards for petrochemical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and prepare detailed engineering reports.
• Deliver work in accordance with project schedules and client requirements.

Skills

CAD Software

Hydraulic Calculation Software

Conceptual Fire Water System Design

Hazard Assessment

Fire Protection Engineering

Fire and Gas Detection

Knowledge of BS, NFPA, API, EI Standards

Fire Risk Assessments

Customer Interface Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Fire Engineering or Similar Qualification

Tools

Business Database Systems

Job description

NRL are looking for a Fire System Design Engieer to undertake consulting activities on projects as directed by the Lead Engineer or Manager, ensuring work is completed in accordance with client requirements, to schedule and in line with quality procedures.
Work is predominantly based in the Oil & Gas/Petrochemical fire engineering and consultancy sector and may include overseas travel.

Remote/Hybrid Position.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Undertake work as directed by the Lead Engineer or Manager.
• Conceptual active Fire System Design.
• Undertake site inspection visits and attend meetings.
• Client facing position on pre-FEED and FEED projects
• Build effective relationships with clients.
• Deliver work in accordance with project schedules.
• Analyse and evaluate plant fire protection systems for compliance and effectiveness
• Provide advice and guidance on fire safety related matters
• Liaise with stakeholders and prepare detailed engineering reports and associated drawings
• Adhere to established quality procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience of CAD and hydraulic calculation software.
• Conceptual Fire water system design including demand calculations.
• Hazard assessment and Hazardous Area Classification,
• Experience with Consequence analysis programs.
• Fire protection engineering experience, Fire and Gas detection.
• Good working knowledge of BS, NFPA, API, EI and other fire related standards concerning onshore petrochemical and oil & gas facilities.
• Experience in fire risk assessments

• Fire Engineering or similar qualification.
• Willingness to travel.Experience in relevant engineering disciplines.

• Competent in the operation of IT hardware and software packages.
• Ability to prioritise conflicting business demands
• Good customer interface skills and commercial awareness
• Effective in the uses of business database systems
• Integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent organisational skills
• Good communication – oral/written
• Good team working skills
• Ability to deal with sensitive & confidential matters as necessary.
• Ensure high levels of data protection and security at all times.

• UK driving licence

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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