Fire Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Surrey. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire safety assessments and inspections of building designs to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Developing and implementing fire protection strategies for new construction projects as well as existing buildings.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire safety measures into building designs.
• Prepare and review fire safety reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Advise on the selection and installation of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and fire modelling to identify potential fire hazards and develop effective risk reduction strategies.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in fire safety engineering and incorporate best practices into our design processes.
• Provide expert guidance and support to project teams during the construction and commissioning phases to ensure fire safety measures are implemented correctly.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fire Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification or chartered status is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in fire engineering within the building design industry, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
• In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations, codes, and standards, including BS 9999, Approved Document B, NFPA codes, and relevant Eurocodes.
• Proficiency in fire modeling software, such as FDS and CFD, as well as familiarity with building design and analysis tools like AutoCAD and Revit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically when assessing fire risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, project teams, and regulatory authorities.
• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of fire engineering.