Engineer/Senior Engineer - Facade Engineering

WSP Global Inc.; Birmingham, Manchester; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in London is seeking a talented Façade Engineer to help design building envelopes that are aesthetically pleasing, energy efficient and resilient across projects.

This role involves collaborating with architects, structural and environmental engineers, and contractors through design, detailing, and site inspections. A degree in a built environment discipline and interest in sustainability are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in built environment discipline (Facade/Structural/Mechanical/Architecture) or similar.
• Experience in facade design/engineering or building physics and sustainability.
• Interest in progressing toward Chartered Engineer status.
• Interest in facades/cladding market and environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design meetings, presenting scheme calculations and sketches.
• Research cladding materials and prepare design reports for various design stages.
• Collaborate with architects, structural, environmental, fire engineers, acousticians, and contractors.
• Assist in site inspections and write/review reports.

Skills

Façade Engineering

2D/3D CAD

Communication

Team collaboration

Sustainability/Building physics

Client relationships

Adaptability under high workload

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in built environment disciplines (Façade Eng, Structural Eng, Mechanical Eng, Architecture)

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Strand7

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Flixo

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP, a world leader in engineering professional services, is seeking a talented and motivated Façade Engineer to join our dynamic team in London. In this exciting role, you'll play a key role in designing and developing the building envelopes of tomorrow, ensuring they are not only aesthetically pleasing but also sustainable and energy efficient.

A little more about your role…

• Participate in design meetings, contributing to discussions and presenting scheme calculations and sketches.
• Conduct research on potential cladding materials.
• Prepare design reports for various stages of the project, including concept, scheme, and detail.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, environmental engineers, fire engineers, acousticians, and contractors.
• Participate in site inspections and assist in writing/reviewing reports.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A recognised degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in built environment discipline (Façade Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or similar area)
• Proven experience in a façade design/engineering role or other relevant industry experience in building physics and sustainability design
• A willingness to progress towards Chartered Engineer status with a recognised professional institution.
• An interest in the facades/cladding market.
• A desire to understand the impact of façade systems on the structure and environmental performance of buildings.
• An interest in environmental aspects of façade design, including thermal performance, daylight, and solar control.
• In-depth technical and design skills related to building envelope design and detailing, construction techniques, procurement routes and risk assessment
• Ability to maintain personal effectiveness particularly during periods of higher-than-normal workload
• Ability to communicate with people at all levels in both technical and non-technical environments and to develop and maintain successful client relationships.
• Planning and organizational skills with excellent communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design software (e.g. Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper).
• Proficiency in Façade Embodied Carbon Assessment will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of and some ability to use analysis software tools such as Strand7, ANSYS, Solid Works, Mepla, Vitrages, Bisco, Trisco, Builddesk or Flixo will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with international codes including European standards will be a plus.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.