Fire Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As a Fire Engineer, you will continue to develop and apply your fire engineering expertise to deliver high-quality consultancy services across a diverse range of projects and sectors. You will contribute to the development of innovative fire safety solutions while building your knowledge in areas such as fire dynamics, smoke control, human behaviour, and evacuation modelling.

The Opportunity

·       Contribute to the planning, design, and assessment of fire protection systems for buildings and industrial facilities

·       Develop and support fire safety strategies, emergency response planning, fire risk assessments, and compliance reviews

·       Collaborate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to integrate effective fire protection measures into project designs

·       Undertake fire engineering analysis using tools such as Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) and evacuation modelling software, while preparing clear and structured technical reports

·       Support project delivery through construction inspections, stakeholder communication, quality assurance activities, and identifying opportunities for additional work

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

·       A recognised Engineering degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3–4 years’ experience in fire engineering

·       Ability to develop practical fire strategies and recommend solutions to technical challenges based on sound fire engineering principles

·       Experience with fire engineering software including Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS), evacuation modelling tools, and basic proficiency in Rhino, Revit, and/or AutoCAD

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to a range of stakeholders

·       Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Ana-J.Santos@arup.com.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

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Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

 

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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