About the role
Fire protection engineers are specialists in fire safety and fire prevention work. They often have a college education in fire protection engineering or an engineering degree with a focus on fire technology. Fire protection engineers work to analyze, design, and implement fire protection solutions in various environments.Responsibilities
Fire protection engineers are responsible for risk assessment, fire protection planning, and the design of fire alarm systems. They conduct fire technical calculations and ensure that buildings and facilities meet current fire protection requirements. Education and advice on fire safety to staff and customers is also an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Fire protection engineers need good knowledge of fire dynamics, building technology, and legislation surrounding fire protection. They use calculation programs for fire technical sizing and simulation tools. Communication skills and the ability to interpret and apply technical regulations are central skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are brandteknik, svenskt medborgarskap and projektering.