Façade Engineer

Sweco UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled Façade Engineer to design and document façade systems. This role involves structural design, collaboration with architects, and compliance with UK standards. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Architecture is required, along with proficiency in façade materials. The company offers a friendly, inclusive environment and opportunities for career progression, making it an ideal workplace for motivated individuals.

Benefits

Inclusive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK compliance and façade systems.
• Demonstrable project experience with a robust portfolio.
• Proficient in different façade materials and systems.

Responsibilities

• Undertake façade structural design and analysis.
• Collaborate with architects and designers for project alignment.
• Prepare detailed design reports and documentation.

Skills

Building Physics

Façade materials knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Master's in Façade Engineering

Tools

Rhino (with Grasshopper)

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Do you have what it takes to transform society?

We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Façade Engineer to join our team.

What does the role involve?

As a Façade Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, engineering, and documentation of façade systems, ensuring technical excellence and quality in all project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Design & Specialist Input: Undertake façade structural design and analysis using relevant codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.
• Utilise computer-assisted engineering and design software for simulations and preparing engineering design documents.
• Address and resolve technical challenges, providing specialist input to ensure project quality.
• Project Management: Liaise with Team Leaders or Project Leaders on technical aspects of projects.
• Coordination & Collaboration: Work closely with architects and other designers to ensure safe designs that align with project aesthetics and concepts.
• Coordinate with different consultants to integrate engineering systems optimally.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed design reports at concept and sketch design stages. A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• Assist in project implementation, including site and factory inspections, quality audits, and report preparation.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the accuracy and quality of your own work and the work of others.
• Author non-standard letters, reports, and other documentation as required.
• Client & Team Representation: Represent the team and discipline at external meetings, demonstrating professional expertise.
• Handle routine contract administration efficiently.

What do you need to be successful in the role?

You'll have a Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or Architecture, a Masters in Façade Engineering would be desirable. A strong understanding of Building Physics and UK compliance is required along with proficiency in different façade materials and systems. You'll have demonstrable project experience with a robust portfolio and proven capability of working on complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Software

• Rhino (with Grasshopper)
• Bisco
• Trisco
• Flixo
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Athena (AutoCAD)
• BuildDesk
• SJ Mepla

What’s in it for you?

You’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. A meaningful job where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.

If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s transform society together at Sweco.com / careers

About Sweco

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future.

Sweco is Europe’s leading engineering and architecture consultancy. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. www.swecogroup.com

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work and we strive to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are Disability Confident Committed. For assistance with applications from people with disabilities, contact [e-mail].

We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date.