Fire Engineers

Description:

Alt Fire is seeking Fire Engineers of all levels to join their innovative, supportive, and forward-thinking consultancy practice based in Manchester or London. This is a hybrid role offering a flexible work environment that empowers professionals to thrive, learn, and contribute to the built environment’s safety and sustainability.

The ideal candidates will work on a range of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and public sector projects, collaborating with design teams, clients, and approval authorities while developing comprehensive and pragmatic fire strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop fire strategies for new and existing buildings in compliance with regulations and standards

• Conduct design reviews and formulate both code-compliant and performance-based fire solutions

• Perform site inspections and generate detailed technical reports

• Liaise directly with clients, design teams, and authorities to deliver tailored engineering services

• Provide internal support and mentorship to fellow engineers across the team

• Participate in business growth initiatives and contribute beyond project work

• Maintain long-term client relationships by delivering timely, high-quality services

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A degree in Fire Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline

• Familiarity with UK codes and standards (e.g., Approved Document B, BS 9991, BS 9999, BS 7974)

• Interest or experience in performance-based fire engineering methods: CFD, evacuation modeling, fire dynamics, etc.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear and concise report writing

• Passion for continued professional development and commitment to Chartered status (Chartered or working towards it)

• Collaborative mindset with a passion for technical excellence and long-term client engagement

What Alt Fire Offers:

• Competitive salary (DOE) and six-monthly bonuses

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance

• Director-led mentorship for CEng/Chartership, including workshops and reviews

• A 9-day fortnight schedule (every second Friday off – 26 extra leave days per year)

• A supportive and close-knit team environment that encourages autonomy and innovation

• Exposure to cutting-edge projects across diverse sectors and the chance to take on leadership responsibilities

• Opportunities to attend global conferences and CPD events, such as:

  • IFE International President’s Technical Conference (Preston, 2025)

  • SFPE AI in Fire Engineering Summit (San Francisco, 2025)

  • SFPE Fire Safety Engineering Conference (Edinburgh, 2025)

  • European Symposium on Fire Safety Science (Barcelona, 2024)

  • Structures in Fire Forum (Edinburgh, London, Liverpool: 2023–2025)