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 safety engineering with a focus on fire. Their knowledge is important for understanding fire dynamics and for developing safe environments.Responsibilities
Fire protection engineers are responsible for investigating the causes of fires, conducting risk analyses, and developing fire protection strategies. They work with fire protection planning and can also be involved in education and information about fire safety. Their work contributes to reducing the risk of fire and its consequences.Skills and tools
Fire protection engineers need good knowledge of fire dynamics, risk management, and fire protection legislation. They use tools for fire simulation and risk analysis as well as software for drawing and modeling. Communication and collaboration skills are important qualities in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are brandlarm, förebyggande brandskydd and programmering.