Junior Prevenzione Incendi (Associate Fire Protection Engineer)

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk‑based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry‑leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes has a career opportunity for a passionate Associate Fire Protection Engineer in Milan, Italy in 2026. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and knowledge in fire life safety projects and permitting process with the National Fire Brigade. The Engineer will work alongside leading fire safety professionals as peers and mentors.

Responsibilities

The Associate Fire Protection Engineer, after the initial training which will be centred on study and application of the fire prevention permitting legislation with particular focus on the Fire Prevention Code, will be included in the Fire Prevention team, dealing with:

• Application of the national and international regulations and standards on Fire and Life Safety in the various areas of corporate interest (civil, commercial and industrial).
• Team work on specific Fire Prevention projects: drawing up of drawings and technical reports according to company templates.
• Project Review, Codes Consultancy.
• Field inspections (mainly in Italy).
• Advice and promotion of fire safety science.
• Application of risk analysis models.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering (as a reference Civil, Construction, Chemical, Hydraulic, Mechanical, Nuclear, Environmental engineering).
• Italian language fluency, written and spoken is essential. Excellent knowledge of English, written and spoken is desired.
• Willingness to travel, often with overnight stays.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and 2D AutoCAD and 3D BIM.
• The possession of registration on the lists of the Ministry of the Interior pursuant to law 818/84, although recent, is not mandatory but will be considered as a preferential skill.
• Passion for the study of scientific subjects.
• Proactivity, operational autonomy, empathy and positive attitude with the customer.
• Direct insertion with a 36‑month professional apprenticeship contract, if not in possession of registration on the lists of the Ministry of the Interior 818/84. Otherwise, the RAL will be determined on the basis of any previous experience and evaluating the actual skills achieved.
• A minimum 2 years of work experience, would be preferred.

To set you up for success in this role from day one (at a minimum) the following qualifications/experience are required:

• Qualification in computer‑aided design, drafting preferred.
• Good communications and writing skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Team player.

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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