Fire Engineer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain

Highlighting Project Diversity in the Fire Engineer Team

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 300 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Arup has been at the forefront of fire safety engineering for over 50 years, investing in our people, our research and academic partnerships. Whether developing fire strategy designs, specialist fire safety analysis, offering strategic advice, or carrying out inspection, risk assessment or expert witness services, our work is grounded in fire science.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to become part of a team of experts in the field and to be able to work in country-specific codes and planning standards for fire safety.

As a Fire Engineer at Arup, you will:

• Development of fire safety strategies, collaborating in teams internal and external multidisciplinary teams at Arup.
• Review and audit work on fire safety in buildings and existing infrastructures.
• Development of calculations related to fire safety studies, from simplified calculations to modeling with advanced CFD methods or FEM.
• Fire Protection systems design.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone dynamic and proactive that has a great interest in fire safety strategies. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Studies in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or similar studies.
• Master's Degree in Fire Safety Engineering or similar.
• Previous experience on fire safety and/or fire protection engineering.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish skills (C1).
• Knowledge of some of these software packages:
  • Fire safety standards – Spanish fire codes NFPA, FM Global and BS.
  • Building Information Modelling (BIM) – Revit.
  • CFD modeling tools applied to fire modeling and Smoke – FDS
  • Structural modeling tools in fire situations – Safir/ ls Dyna.

Conditions

Immediate incorporation

How to apply for this vacancy?

To apply for this vacancy, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future.  Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people.  We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance.  We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2024 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning—to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact beatriz.estefania@arup.com. We’re here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

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