Principal / Senior Fire Engineer – London
Additional vacancies are also available in Kent, Manchester, Glasgow, Kent – please contact hello@navwalkerta.com for more information.
Are you ready to take the lead on high-profile fire engineering projects and play a key role in shaping the next generation of engineering talent?
An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Principal or Senior Fire Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking consultancy. This role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to contribute technical expertise, mentor junior engineers and deliver innovative fire safety solutions across a broad range of projects.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Lead and manage medium to large-scale fire engineering projects across multiple sectors in the built environment.
- Provide high-quality consultancy and technical advice from concept through to construction.
- Support and mentor junior team members including Graduates and Engineers.
- Take a hands-on role in client engagement, addressing complex fire safety challenges with confidence.
- Contribute to business development and help grow a strong regional presence.
- Apply and oversee the use of tools such as CFD, CFAST, Pyrosim, or Pathfinder where appropriate.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a Fire Engineering role, ideally with experience leading projects and teams.
- Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline (BEng, MEng, MSc).
- Progressing towards or already holding Chartered status (CEng) or equivalent.
- Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. IFE).
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to act as a role model and mentor.
- Passion for continuous learning and technical excellence.
What’s on Offer:
- A clear path for career development, with opportunities to progress into senior leadership roles.
- Support towards Chartership including mentorship from Chartered Engineers.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare and generous annual leave.
- A collaborative and inclusive team culture that celebrates diversity and values each individual’s contribution.
- Regular social events and a strong sense of community.
If you’re a driven and experienced fire engineer ready to step into a role that offers both technical challenge and leadership opportunity, this could be your next move.
Apply now and take the next step in your career.
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