Intermediate/Senior Fire Engineer (Remote)

Job description

Intermediate/Senior Fire Engineer (Remote)

Location: Fully remote

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

The Opportunity

leading engineering consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative and compliant design solutions across various sectors. We are looking for a talented and motivated Intermediate Fire Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while advancing your career in fire engineering.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Fire Strategy Reports for new and existing developments.
• Develop fire and life safety strategies across multiple sectors.
• Carry out fire engineering assessments and compliance reviews.
• Undertake smoke control and evacuation assessments.
• Review architectural and MEP drawings to ensure fire safety compliance.
• Design and assess active fire protection systems including:
• Sprinkler Systems
• Water Mist Systems
• Fire Pumps
• Hydrants
• Fire Mains
• Gaseous Suppression Systems
• Review hydraulic calculations and fire suppression designs.
• Coordinate fire alarm systems, smoke control and BMS cause-and-effect requirements.
• Support DSEAR and ATEX risk assessments where required.
• Produce technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Provide technical assurance and quality reviews.
• Attend client meetings and multidisciplinary design workshops.
• Liaise with Building Control, approving authorities and key stakeholders.
• Support site inspections, commissioning and witnessing activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to business growth.

Project Sectors

• Mission Critical Data Centres
• Aviation & Airports
• Energy Infrastructure
• National Grid Projects
• Utilities
• Industrial & Manufacturing
• Commercial
• Healthcare
• Residential
• Mixed-Use Developments

Software

• Revit
• AutoSprink,
• PyroSim, FDS, or CFAST (preferred but not essential as training can be provided).
• AutoCAD

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Fully remote working
• Annual Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Professional Memberships Paid
• Chartership Support
• Structured Career Development
• Exposure to Major UK & International Projects
• Flexible Working Environment

We are looking for a talented and motivated Intermediate Fire Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while advancing your career in fire engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop fire engineering strategies in line with BS 9999, BS9991, BS 7974, Approved Document B, and other relevant Fire Protection Standards.
• Design and assess active fire protection systems, including sprinkler systems, water mist systems, and gaseous suppression systems.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and provide technical fire safety advice to clients.
• Assist in CFD modelling and fire simulations where required.
• Conduct Fire systems design in BIM software (i.e. Revit) for integration with other disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, architects, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with UK fire safety regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, fire safety statements, and evacuation strategies.
• Support senior engineers in project delivery and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in fire engineering consultancy or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of BS 9999, BS 7974, Approved Document B, and other relevant fire standards.
• Knowledge of fire suppression systems, including sprinklers, water mist, and gaseous systems.
• Familiarity with computational tools such as Revit, AutoSprink, PyroSim, FDS, or CFAST (preferred but not essential as training can be provided).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Support with Chartership (i.e. IFE)
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development (i.e. Chartership with IFE, training, company progression, etc)
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Regular social events and team-building activities.
• Christmas Bonuses at company’s discretion.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fire Safety Engineer to join a leading consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across mission critical, aviation, infrastructure and energy sectors while playing a key role in shaping innovative fire engineering solutions.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English