Fire Engineer - Brandon James Ltd : Job Details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident and capable Fire Engineer to join a respected international fire safety consultancy. Known for its people-first approach and technical excellence, this employee-owned firm offers a unique platform for growth, development, and impactful and varied project delivery.

The Fire Engineer's Role

The Fire Engineer will lead the delivery of fire safety strategies and technical reports from concept through to completion. Working across a range of RIBA stages, the Fire Engineer will engage directly with clients, local authorities, and design teams to interpret regulations, shape compliant yet ambitious designs, and guide fire safety through construction and occupancy phases.

The successful Fire Engineer will work collaboratively with structural and façade specialists, supporting the development of robust, pragmatic, and proportionate fire solutions. From detailed tender design to site inspections and project assurance.

The Fire Engineer

• Experience developing fire engineering deliverables for UK / ROI-based projects

• Degree-qualified (BEng Hons or equivalent) in Fire or relevant discipline
• Associate Member of IFE (or actively working towards)
• Excellent understanding of UK fire safety legislation (ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991, Building Safety Act)
• Proven ability to produce high-quality, technically sound reports
• Clear, confident communicator - written and verbal
• Ability to liaise directly with clients, consultants and authorities
• Ideally possess knowledge of CFD tools (e.g., Pyrosim, Pathfinder, CFAST)
• Quality-driven, pragmatic, and solution-focused

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-sized fire consultancy projects as the Project Engineer
• Work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and globally
• Develop and apply compliant fire strategies across all RIBA stages
• Conduct technical design reviews and construction-stage inspections
• Deliver risk-led fire advice that balances safety with feasibility
• Produce clear, accurate and professional fire engineering reports
• Support team learning and contribute to technical development
• Engage regularly with clients, contributing to long-term relationships

In Return?

• £45,000 - £55,000
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private healthcare, dental, optical and wellness benefits
• Regular team socials and professional incentives
• Robust support for CPD and chartership
• Clear career progression within a growing employee-owned business

If you are a Fire Engineer considering your career opportunities, then please contact Stuart Miller at Brandon James.

Reference #SM1004

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