Associate Fire Engineer

Applied Intuition Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading safety consultancy firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Fire Engineer to manage complex projects, utilize Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling, and mentor a team. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has experience in consultancy. The role offers hybrid work arrangements and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a discretionary bonus scheme.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

33 days paid time off

4x life assurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Enhanced parental-related pay

Access to extensive technical training

Qualifications

• Background in fire engineering, preferably within a consultancy environment.
• Ideally working toward Chartered engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects for successful delivery.
• Work on a huge portfolio of projects across the UK and worldwide.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and train graduates.
• Maintain client-facing communications and address queries.
• Take responsibility for business development.

Skills

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling

Fire Engineering

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

CFAST

Pyrosim

Pathfinder

Job description

Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility since 1939. Our expertise spans across security and risk-based fields, including accessibility consulting, risk analysis, process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, and digital innovation.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that culture, trust and professional growth start with putting our people first.

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for managing large and complex projects to ensure successful delivery to important clients.
• Will have the opportunity to work on a huge portfolio of projects across the UK and worldwide, involving all kinds of buildings.
• Proficient in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling and analysis for smoke movement.
• Develop and use other forms of Computer Modelling software such as CFAST, Pyrosim and Pathfinder to provide alternative fire engineering solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and train graduates.
• Maintain client-facing communications and address construction-related queries.
• Take responsibility for business development and helping to grow the client base.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Background in fire engineering, preferably within a consultancy environment
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Ideally working toward Chartered engineer status

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• 33 days paid time off with an additional day after 3 years
• 4x life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental-related pay
• Recognition and reward programmes
• Access to extensive technical training and resources

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid, part-time and flexible working arrangements discussed to suit both you and the business
• Flexible working hours and patterns including early Friday finish
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
• Option to carry over up to five unused holiday days

Equal Opportunity

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.