Building Physics Engineer in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E and Building Performance Engineering consultancy located in Manchester is seeking a Building Physics Engineer. This role involves supporting sustainable design solutions and energy modelling, ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in IES VE software and a degree in Building Physics or related engineering. This is a permanent position offering flexible working, competitive salary, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with real progression opportunities

Private healthcare

Paycare health care cash plan

Pension contributions

25 days holiday

Death in Service cover

Option to work two days from home

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training & professional development

Qualifications

• Proficient user of energy modelling software.
• Strong experience in building performance and energy simulation.
• Understanding of UK Building Regulations and energy codes.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and optimisation of sustainable building solutions.
• Deliver Part L compliance, EPCs, and CIBSE assessments.
• Produce clear technical reports and liaise with design teams.

Skills

Energy modelling and building performance simulation

Proficient user of IES VE

Confident communicator

Strong analytical and research skills

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in Building Physics or related engineering discipline

Tools

IES VE (ModelIT, ApacheSim, VistaPro, MacroFlo)

Job description

Building Physics Engineer

Manchester

We are proud to be representing a leading M&E and Building Performance Engineering consultancy renowned for delivering innovative, sustainable building design solutions across the UK. They are currently seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Building Physics Engineer to join their Manchester office.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with real progression opportunities
• Private healthcare
• Paycare health care cash plan
• Pension contributions
• 25 days holiday
• Death in Service cover
• Option to work two days from home
• Flexible working hours available
• Ongoing training & professional development

About the Role:

As a Building Physics Engineer, you will contribute your expertise across a variety of building performance disciplines. You will support the design and optimisation of sustainable building solutions, with a focus on energy modelling, simulation, and compliance.

Passion for building physics, low‑zero carbon (LZC) technologies, and innovative design solutions is essential.

Key Responsibilities of a Building Physics Engineer:

• Energy modelling and building performance simulation
• Delivering Part L compliance, EPCs, CIBSE TM59/52 & Approved Document O assessments
• Supporting CIBSE TM54 operational energy predictions
• Carrying out SAP assessments
• Undertaking early‑stage design modelling including passive design analysis
• Liaising confidently with design teams, statutory authorities, and contractors
• Producing clear, well‑structured technical reports
• Supporting marketing and business development activities

The Ideal Person:

• Proficient user of IES VE (ModelIT, ApacheSim, VistaPro, MacroFlo, VE Compliance)
• Strong and credible experience in building physics, energy modelling and simulation
• Experience completing Part L, EPCs and CIBSE TM59/52 overheating assessments
• Proactive approach and ability to take responsibility on projects
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and research skills
• Motivated to reduce carbon emissions in the built environment
• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning requirements and energy codes

Desirable (Non‑Essential) Requirements:

• Understanding of mechanical building services systems
• Knowledge of HVAC system modelling and controls
• Knowledge of SAP methodology and assessment
• IES accreditation
• OCDEA / LCC / LCEA qualifications
• Degree in Building Physics or related engineering discipline
• Experience with daylighting simulations
• Knowledge of BREEAM, WELL or other sustainability assessment methods
• Strong knowledge of current building regulations and local planning codes

Interested?

Interested in this or other roles in Water Hygiene, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent role.