Principal Fire Engineer or Associate Fire Engineer

World‑class fire engineering on high‑quality, varied projects.

Strong client repeat business and long‑term relationships.

Exceptional training and a clear route to Chartered status.

Flexible working and generous benefits (including a 9‑day fortnight option).

A supportive, inclusive team culture with regular socials.

Join Hoare Lea’s Fire Engineering team to deliver fire safety design for buildings across the UK (with occasional international projects).

Collaborate within multi‑disciplinary project teams and manage long‑term external client relationships.

Apply detailed knowledge of UK fire regulations and design guidance to produce compliant, practical solutions.

Integrate fire engineering requirements with other construction disciplines to achieve coordinated designs.

Maintain clear, timely communication across teams, incorporating and acting on feedback.

Represent the fire team at design workshops, client meetings and site visits.

Travel to client sites and project locations in the UK, and occasionally abroad, as project needs dictate.

Use fire‑modelling and analysis tools (evacuation, smoke, heat radiation and structural fire models) to support design decisions.

Proven experience in a fire engineering consultancy or related fire safety role.

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Building Services, Architecture, Physics, Maths or similar, with strong technical knowledge in fire safety design.

Practical experience with fire modelling / analysis software.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative approach to team working.

Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and deliver to tight deadlines.

Professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality client service.

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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