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Senior Fire Engineer

United Kingdom, London 55000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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An outstanding opportunity has opened for a Senior Fire Engineer to join a respected UK consultancy known for delivering innovative fire safety solutions across complex, high-profile projects. This forward-thinking firm is expanding its London team and is looking for a technically capable and ambitious Senior Fire Engineer to take ownership of challenging schemes across a wide variety of sectors. The Senior Fire Engineer will lead the development of performance-based fire strategies, working collaboratively with architects, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure safety and compliance without compromising design integrity. With access to industry-leading tools and true flexibility in working style, this is a rare chance for a Senior Fire Engineer to shape landmark projects while progressing professionally.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and deliver robust fire strategies from concept to handover
  • Apply Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991 and the Building Safety Act in project work
  • Undertake advanced fire engineering calculations and performance-based design
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams and attend client meetings
  • Lead site inspections, technical reviews, and design appraisals
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal technical development
  • Support fee proposals and project management on major schemes

Requirements

  • Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a fire consultancy or engineering role
  • Strong working knowledge of UK fire codes and standards
  • Skilled in preparing clear and detailed fire strategy reports
  • Chartered or actively working towards MIFireE or CEng status
  • Confident communicator with a solution-focused mindset

Nice to have

Experience with CFD modelling software (e.g. PyroSim, Pathfinder) beneficial

What we offer

  • Car
  • Bonus
  • Pension
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working with flexible hours
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
  • Paid professional memberships and CPD funding
  • Clear career progression and chartership support
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