Experienced Fire Engineer / Senior / Principal Fire Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
United Kingdom
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£85,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Fire Engineering Performance-Based Design UK Building Regulations Fire Strategy Design Review Compartmentation Technical Leadership Mentorship

FULL DESCRIPTION

Experienced Fire Engineer / Senior / Principal Fire Engineer

Our established client, a respected and thriving multi-disciplinary consultancy with internal CEng Fire Engineers, is looking to appoint an Experienced, Senior or Principal Fire Engineer to join its growing Fire Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable engineer seeking progression, greater project ownership, and involvement in complex, design-led schemes across the UK and internationally.

Location: United Kingdom | Work Type: Hybrid | Salary: Up to £85k circa

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of fire engineering strategies throughout all project stages (RIBA 1–6)
  • Undertake detailed fire engineering design work and performance-based assessments to support innovative architectural solutions
  • Oversee and coordinate site-based fire safety activities, including design reviews, inspections, and compartmentation verification
  • Work collaboratively with clients, design teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and practical design integration
  • Provide technical direction on challenging projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and alignment with project objectives
  • Contribute to the development of best practice within the team and provide mentorship and support to junior engineers

What's on Offer

  • Salary negotiable DOE, up to £85k circa
  • Performance-based bonus scheme (up to 15% of salary)
  • Two additional days off per month to promote work-life balance
  • Private health insurance and life assurance (4x salary)
  • Car allowance or access to an electric car scheme
  • 28 days’ annual leave, increasing by one day per year after three years (up to 10 extra days)
  • Your birthday off – in addition to annual leave
  • Pension scheme: 3% company contribution (matched with 5% employee contribution)
  • Flexible / hybrid working and from our client’s head office
  • Access to co-working spaces across the UK

About You

  • Proven experience in fire engineering design and delivery across multiple building types
  • Strong working knowledge of UK Building Regulations
  • Experience producing and reviewing Fire Strategy documentation
  • Proactive and collaborative approach with a commitment to technical excellence

Desirable

  • Degree qualified in Fire Engineering (or related discipline)
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary coordination on complex design and fire strategy projects

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Fire Engineer ready to progress your career at Fire Engineer, Senior or Principal level, please send your CV outlining your technical experience within the sector for a confidential discussion via the application form.

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