Overview
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Jensen Hughes is a leading fire protection engineering consultant with a global presence. We solve safety and security challenges across fire engineering, risk analysis, process safety, and related fields. Our team works to protect lives, property and reputations through technology, expertise and research. We value trust, integrity and professional growth, supporting a connected culture where everyone can learn, grow and succeed.
We are recruiting Graduate Fire Engineers to join our UK & Ireland offices. The successful candidate will join a dynamic design team, receive technical support from experienced engineers, and have the opportunity to progress toward chartered status with the Institute of Fire Engineers.
Responsibilities
* Perform fire engineering analysis for new and existing buildings on a range of projects (e.g., high-rise offices, large retail complexes, airports).
* Analyse fire growth, means of escape, structural fire resistance and smoke control using various methods, including computer modelling such as CFD.
* Prepare technical reports and liaise with clients and project teams.
Requirements and Qualifications
To be successful, you should have:
* Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
* A Master’s degree (recent or expected) in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Physics.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Additional Qualifications
* Team player with strong communication and time management skills.
* Second European language is an advantage but not essential.
Graduate Development Programme
Two-year programme offering hands-on project work, mentorship, and support toward professional accreditation, gaining experience across fire engineering and related disciplines.
Sustainability in Fire Engineering
Contribute to designing safe, energy-efficient buildings that meet standards (e.g., BREEAM) and align with net-zero goals.
Benefits (UK&I)
* Private medical insurance
* 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays) with annual increases
* 4x life assurance
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Enhanced parental-related pay
* Recognition and training resources for technical development
Work-Life Balance
Flexible working arrangements may be discussed, with potential for hybrid, part-time, and flexible patterns. Some teams may offer early Friday finishes once contracted hours and deadlines are met.
Equal Opportunity
Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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