Assistant Fire Engineer (Graduate)

RLB International; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A built asset consultancy is seeking an Assistant Fire Engineer (Graduate) in Birmingham. The role involves assisting in fire safety strategies, conducting calculations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a degree in Fire Engineering or a related field. RLB offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and various employee benefits such as wellness options and continuous personal development.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Healthcare packages

Personal development opportunities

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Degree (or pending) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related.
• Recognised as a client-focused collaborator.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies and reports.
• Conduct fire engineering calculations.
• Support use of computational tools for modelling.
• Contribute to fire risk assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external clients.
• Stay updated on fire safety legislation.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions.

Skills

Client-focused collaboration

Positive attitude

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related STEM discipline

Job description

Overview

Assistant Fire Engineer (Graduate) – Built Asset Consultancy at Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB). Location: Birmingham (With Hybrid Working).

What makes RLB unique

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. We offer a tailored training programme with mentoring and reverse mentoring, inclusive culture, hybrid and flexible working, and family-friendly policies. You will have opportunities to work on ambitious projects in the built environment and to develop your career with ongoing learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

Role Overview: Fire Engineers design buildings to protect lives by understanding how fire behaves, solving complex problems for projects such as skyscrapers, hospitals, or transport hubs. As a Graduate Fire Engineer, you will support our experienced fire engineering team in delivering high-quality fire strategies and technical advice across all project stages—from concept design to construction.

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies and reports for new and existing buildings in accordance with UK regulations and international codes.
• Conduct fire engineering calculations, including means of escape, smoke control, and structural fire protection.
• Support the use of computational tools such as CFD and evacuation modelling software.
• Contribute to fire risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams and external clients, architects, and building control bodies.
• Keep up to date with changes in fire safety legislation and technical standards.
• Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and graduate development programs.

Qualifications

• A degree (or pending) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services, or a related STEM discipline

Behaviours

• Recognised as a client-focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and supports peers and seniors. A strong team player with a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, with commitment to delivering customer service excellence and good commercial outcomes.

RLB Employee Benefits

• Hybrid Working – patterns to support work-life balance, with competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well-Rewarded – competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, with option to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing – health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages – Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eye-care vouchers.
• Personal Development – continuous learning, APC and in-house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits – season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure – opportunity to work on diverse projects across sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility – team and social events, charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel valued, and be supported to reach their full potential. We aim to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce. For reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Location & How to Apply

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Note: This description consolidates role-related information from the original posting and omits non-essential, repetitive, or extraneous elements.