Fire & Compliance Engineer

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The Fire & Compliance Engineer is responsible for ensuring manufactured products meet fire, smoke and acoustic performance requirements in accordance with British and European industry standards.

The role supports the engineering design function through the review and interpretation of fire test evidence and by driving compliant, value-engineered design improvements. Acting as the primary technical liaison between internal teams and external test houses, the role ensures robust communication, correct application and ongoing compliance. This position requires a technically authoritative individual with strong engineering judgement and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

The role plays a key part in maintaining certification, product integrity and continuous improvement across the product portfolio.

• Lead the interpretation and application of fire, smoke and acoustic performance requirements in accordance with British and European standards.
• Deliver fire engineering input, including fire strategy support and engineered fire-rated solutions at component, assembly and system level.
• Review, interpret and manage fire, smoke and acoustic test reports, classifications, assessments and certification evidence to ensure correct product application and compliance.
• Provide expert technical guidance to Engineering, Quality, Sales, Operations and Project teams on fire performance, regulatory compliance and limitations of use.
• Support Sales and tendering activities by responding to technical queries and providing compliant, value-engineered fire-rated solutions.

• Proven experience within a fire testing environment or a manufacturer of fire-rated products (e.g. access panels, doors, or similar passive fire systems).
• Degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline, ideally CEng status.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications (e.g., FIRAS, BM TRADA, NVQ Level 2/3 in Passive Fire Protection).
• Strong working knowledge of British Standards (e.g. BS 476, 717), European (e.g. EN 1634) & Building Regulations (PAS 9980, Approved Document
  
  B) with exposure to smoke control and acoustic performance testing.

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension match up to 7%
• 4 x Salary Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Subsidised Canteen
• Volunteering and Team Building Days

We are not just another manufacturing company; we are part of something bigger!
We are Quanex, a global, publicly traded manufacturing company serving OEMs in the fenestration, hardware, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, security, and outdoor products markets.
This position is based at our Quanex Access Solutions site.
Access Solutions provides a total manufacturing solution for roof, ceiling, wall and floor access products to the commercial construction industry.
Our mission is to positively impact our customers, employees and shareholders and put them at the centre of everything we do, through innovation technology and best-in-class customer service.

At Quanex, the health and safety of our employees are our top priorities. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment by adhering to the highest safety standards and regulations. Through comprehensive training, regular safety checks, and open communication, we ensure that every team member feels confident and protected while performing their duties. We continuously strive to minimise risks, promote well-being, and encourage a culture of safety across all levels of our organisation.

Join us and be part of a team where your safety is as important as your success.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction Hardware Manufacturing