Fire & Compliance Engineer

Owen Daniels are supporting  leading UK-based manufacturer supplying the commercial construction sector is seeking an experienced Fire & Compliance Engineer to join its technical team. This is a key technical role focused on ensuring products meet stringent fire, smoke and acoustic performance requirements in line with British and European standards.

The position offers the opportunity to work at the heart of product design, testing and certification, acting as the technical authority on passive fire performance and compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, quality, sales and external test houses to support compliant, value-engineered product solutions.

The Role

• Interpret and apply fire, smoke and acoustic performance standards in accordance with UK and European regulations
• Review and manage fire test reports, classifications, assessments and certification evidence
• Provide fire engineering input at component, assembly and system level, including engineered fire-rated solutions
• Act as the primary technical interface with external test laboratories and certification bodies
• Support internal teams with expert guidance on regulatory compliance, limitations of use and correct product application
• Assist with technical responses for tenders and customer enquiries, ensuring compliant and commercially viable solutions

About You

• Background in fire testing, passive fire protection or fire-rated product manufacturing (e.g. access panels, doorsets, partitions or similar systems)
• Degree-qualified in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline (Chartered status desirable but not essential)
• Strong working knowledge of British and European fire standards (e.g. BS 476, EN 1634) and Building Regulations
• Experience interpreting fire, smoke and acoustic test data and applying it correctly to real-world applications
• Confident communicator with the authority to provide technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams

Why Apply?

• Technically influential role with real impact on product compliance and performance
• Exposure to complex fire engineering challenges within a manufacturing environment
• Competitive salary up to £60,000 plus an excellent overall package
• Flexible working hours and a supportive engineering-led culture

This role would suit a Fire Engineer, Passive Fire Specialist or Compliance Engineer looking to step into a technically authoritative position within a forward-thinking manufacturer. If you are interested, please click apply now to be considered.