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Fire Protection Engineer

Engineering

Fire protection engineers develop fire protection concepts for buildings, tunnels, and industrial facilities. They calculate escape route systems, plan extinguishing systems, and create fire protection assessments. In Switzerland, fire protection is regulated by VKF fire protection regulations, and professionals work in engineering offices, for insurance companies, or in public administration.

Entry
~CHF 88'000
CHF 7'333/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 115'000
CHF 9'583/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 150'000
CHF 12'500/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences
Duration48 months

Your path to Fire Protection Engineer

Secondary School

You are here

Decision
Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 88'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics7/10
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🔬 Science7/10
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💻 IT5/10
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🔧 Manual2/10
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🎨 Artistic2/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10
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🎨 Creativity5/10
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🤝 Social Contact7/10
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💪 Physical Demands2/10
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📈 Career Growth6/10
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🔮 Future Outlook8/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk5/10
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