Overview

Jensen Hughes seeks a Principal Fire Engineer to join our Birmingham team. You will help drive excellence across projects and deliver world‑class life safety solutions to a varied client base in 2025. This is a key hire for our expanding Birmingham team. You will lead on select industry projects and play a role in shaping future talent through mentorship and development opportunities.

Why join us to grow your career?

• 74% of our current UK & Ireland Directors/Technical Directors started their career with us as graduates.
• We are the largest fire consultancy in Europe with offices in Belgium, Finland, Denmark, Italy, and the UK & Ireland. We are a trusted partner for many of Europe’s leading property clients.
• As a Fire Engineer you will be part of a dynamic technical team, collaborating with our Forensics division on industry‑leading projects.
• Opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team that prioritises people, clients, and communities.
• Early progression opportunities; we encourage Engineers to pursue Chartered status and provide support during the process.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects to ensure delivery to important clients.
• Contribute to a broad portfolio of UK and global projects across various building types.
• Proficient in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling and analysis for smoke movement.
• Develop and use other computer modelling tools (e.g., CFAST, Pyrosim, Pathfinder) to provide alternative fire engineering solutions.
• Lead and mentor engineers and graduates, and manage project personnel.
• Engage with clients and handle construction‑related queries with confidence.
• Contribute to business development and help 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 a related field.
• Ideally working toward Chartered Engineer status.

Our People Are Our Greatest Asset

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support wellbeing, work‑life balance and professional growth.

Benefits (UK & Ireland)

• Private medical insurance
• 33 days paid time off plus 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

Flexibility and Work‑Life Balance

We offer hybrid, part‑time and flexible working arrangements. Additional benefits include:

• Flexible working hours and early Friday finish
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
• Option to carry over up to five unused holiday days

Continuous Improvement

We regularly review our benefits programme to ensure it aligns with statutory requirements, market trends, and the needs of our team.

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.

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Apply and Additional Information

To apply, please submit your details and résumé through the standard application process.