Graduate Fire Engineer 2026 Start - Birmingham

Applied Intuition Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire consultancy in Europe is seeking a Graduate Fire Engineer to join their dynamic design team in the UK. The role involves fire engineering analysis of various projects, from high-rise buildings to retail complexes. Candidates should hold a recent Master's degree in relevant engineering disciplines and possess strong communication skills. The company offers a supportive environment, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive benefits package including medical insurance and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

33 days of holiday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental-related pay

Access to extensive training resources

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
• Recent Master's degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire engineering analysis for various projects.
• Analyze fire growth and escape strategies.
• Prepare technical reports and liaise with clients.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Fire Engineering or related fields

Job description

Job Overview

These roles are open across all UK & I offices. Please do not apply to all vacancies; select your preferred location. If you are open to more than one location, we will identify this during the recruitment process. To be considered for this role you must have the right to work in the UK or Ireland.

Since 1939, Jensen Hughes has been a company fiercely committed to our purpose. We have a great opportunity for Graduate Fire Engineer to join us across the UK and Ireland and become part of our 1,500+ global employees who work together to advance the science of safety every day.

Why join us to grow your career?

• What if I told you 74% of our current Directors/Technical Directors in the UK & Ireland started their career with us as graduates? Exciting right!
• We are the largest fire consultancy in Europe with offices located in Belgium, Finland, Italy, Denmark and the UK & Ireland. Our reputation for providing innovative, design focused solutions has made us the consultant of choice for many of Europe’s leading property clients.
• As a Graduate Fire Engineer, you will be an integral part of a dynamic design team, working with our experienced Engineers you will receive constant technical support to quickly gain knowledge and experience in fire engineering projects.
• Working with us offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
• You will be given early responsibility and the opportunity to progress rapidly. Jensen Hughes encourage all Engineers to achieve chartered status via the Institute of Fire Engineers and offer help and support during the process.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the fire engineering analysis of exciting projects involving new and existing buildings.
• You will work on a wide range of buildings such as high-rise office buildings, large retail complexes and airport developments, each providing unique challenges in developing an innovative fire engineering strategy.
• You will be tasked with analysing fire growth, means of escape, structural fire resistance and smoke control by various methods including computer modelling software such as Computational Fluid Dynamics. The preparation of technical reports and liaising with our clients, who include some of the largest building developers in the country, is an important part of your role.

Requirements and Qualifications

To ensure you’re ready to succeed from day one, you’ll need to bring the following qualifications and experience:

• Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
• A Master’s degree (achieved in the last two years or expected) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Physics.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

Additional qualifications/experience

• A team-player who can work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• A second European language is an advantage but not essential.

We’ve successfully welcomed graduate fire engineers from a variety of STEM Master’s backgrounds, including Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, and Physics. Many of these individuals have gone on to build outstanding careers with us.

If you’re committed to pursuing a career in Fire Engineering and hold a transferable STEM Master’s degree, we’d love to hear from you, tell us why you’re ready to join our team!

Graduate Development Programme

Our Graduate Development Programme gives you hands-on project work, mentorship, and the support to work toward professional accreditation. Over two years, you’ll gain experience across fire engineering and related disciplines, setting you up for a successful, impactful career.

Sustainability in Fire Engineering

At Jensen Hughes, fire safety and sustainability go hand in hand. In the UK, we support the design of safe, energy-efficient, and sustainable buildings that meet BREEAM standards and align with net-zero goals. As a graduate, you’ll play a role in delivering solutions that protect people while helping to create a more sustainable built environment.

Our People Are Our Greatest Asset

We know that our people are the foundation of our success. To attract and retain the best talent, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth.

Our UK&I Benefits Include:

• Private medical insurance
• 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays) with an additional day after 3 years
• 4x life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental-related pay
• Recognition and reward programmes to celebrate team efforts
• Access to extensive technical training and resources

Supporting Your Work-Life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility and balance. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time, and flexible working arrangements to suit both you and the business. For certain teams, this may include an early Friday finish at 3 pm once contracted hours and client deadlines are met. We also offer:

• Flexible working hours and patterns
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
• The option to carry over up to five unused holiday days into the next year (subject to discussion and approval)

A Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Our benefits represent a meaningful investment in both our people and the future of Jensen Hughes. We regularly review our benefits programme to ensure it aligns with statutory requirements, market trends, and the needs of our team.