Fire Certification Engineer

Fire Certification Engineer

Location: United Kingdom

ROCKWOOL UK are seeking a technically focused Certification Engineer with expertise in fire resisting products and strong working knowledge of the EN 13501-2 classification standard, particularly for Fire Protection and Fire Stopping products. In this role, you will review fire test reports, interpret results in line with EN 13501-2, and support the development of classification scopes that form the basis for CE marking and third-party certification schemes.

Your Role

Reporting to the Fire Certification Lead, you’ll be part of the Fire Technical team to ensure ROCKWOOL products and systems are the preferred choice in the UK construction market.

You will:

• Review and analyse fire resistance test reports and develop classification scopes in line with EN 13501-2
• Interpret test data to determine appropriate fire resistance ratings (e.g. E, EI)
• Support the preparation of classification reports in accordance with EN 13501-2 and, where relevant, extended application standards (EXAPs)
• Work with third-party certification bodies to support product approvals under schemes such as CE marking and UKCA
• Prepare, maintain and organise technical files and evidence packages for certification submissions
• Collaborate closely with product management, technical support, marketing and commercial teams to support product development, testing and certification activities
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Represent the business at relevant trade associations and industry standards committees as required
• Contribute to the planning, setup and implementation of fire resistance testing programmes

What You Bring

• Experience in fire testing, certification or compliance engineering
• Experience attending design team and site-based meetings
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong report-writing capability
• Ability to work on own initiative
• High level of IT proficiency, including PowerPoint as a key tool
• CAD literate, with ability to create and modify CAD drawings

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• Pension scheme (Aviva)
• Westfield Health cashback scheme
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay
• Subsidised electric vehicle charging

Why ROCKWOOL?

We believe in building responsibly for this generation and the next. Our innovative stone wool solutions enrich modern living and improve safety worldwide. When you join ROCKWOOL, you join a global leader with over 12,000 employees in more than 40 countries, all committed to sustainability, safety, and excellence.

About Us

Founded in 1937 in Denmark, ROCKWOOL transforms volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, actively champion diversity (79 nationalities across our teams), and operate by our core values: ambition, responsibility, integrity, and efficiency - the ROCKWOOL Way.

Join Us

If you’re ready to lead a high-performing team, influence safety standards, and make a real impact in an industry that protects lives.

Apply today and help us build a safer, more sustainable future.

Closing Date: 1st February 2026