Graduate Fire Engineer

AECOM is seeking a Graduate Fire Engineer to play a vital role in shaping the fire safety performance of buildings from the very earliest stages of design. You will work within multidisciplinary project teams, assisting architects, structural engineers, and other specialists in understanding how their design decisions influence fire safety strategy and overall building performance.

What You'll Do

• Apply advanced analytical methods, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), smoke movement and smoke layer calculations, and evacuation modelling.
• Support senior fire engineers in providing clear, actionable technical advice to project teams.
• Identify non-compliant elements, evaluate mitigation measures, and help develop robust fire safety strategies aligned with Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Participate in design workshops and client meetings under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Assist in producing designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, fire strategy drawings, and fire strategy reports.
• Support the collection, analysis, and documentation of engineering data.
• Use engineering software and digital tools to solve technical problems.
• Present technical work clearly and professionally.
• Deliver tasks within agreed budgets, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Take ownership of your personal and professional development.

Projects You Could Work On

• Salisbury Square Development, London
• Marine Lakes Event Centre, Southport
• 77 Marsh Wall, Canary Wharf, London
• Sussex Surgery Centre, Eastbourne
• 1 Liverpool Street, London
• Shakespeare Theatre, Prescot
• McArthurGlen, Nationwide

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) in Fire Engineering or a related discipline (e.g., Structural, Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering).
• A Master’s degree in Fire Engineering or a closely related subject is advantageous.
• Strong numerical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrated motivation and enthusiasm for a career in Fire Engineering.

Additional Information

• Applicants are encouraged to apply early as CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
• A covering letter and all predicted and/or obtained academic grades must be included with your application.
• You must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
• Hybrid work options are available.
• Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is required.