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Fire Engineer

 
Background
Fire engineers design, develop, and test systems and equipment that prevent fires, detect them early, and help people escape safely. They work on things like fire suppression systems, alarm systems, and building safety features. They might work in offices designing systems, in laboratories testing equipment, or on building sites installing and checking fire safety equipment.
Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
Fire TechnologyJournal of Fire Sciences
Books
Fire Protection EngineeringIntroduction to Fire Safety ManagementBuilding Fire Safety
Key Figures
Dougal DrysdaleMargaret LawJohn GalesVytenis Babrauskas
Classification
SIC Code8711, 87119907The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference628.92, 621.8For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Fire Protection EngineerFire Safety EngineerFire Systems Engineer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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