Graduate Building Physics & Energy Modelling Engineer

Method Consulting; Swindon, West of England, Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Flex time and Flex Days

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension Scheme

Enhanced Parental Policies

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Birthday Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Electric Car Scheme £500 voucher

Long Service Benefits

Career Development

Unforgettable Social Events

Job summary

Method Consulting seeks a STEM graduate or early-career computer modeller to join the Building Physics & Building Performance Engineering team. You will develop dynamic 3D models of proposed buildings and analyse data from simulation software to meet energy and performance targets.

The role requires understanding thermodynamics, sustainable design and energy systems. Based in Swindon, Bristol or Cardiff, you will work with a diverse team and gain experience across Part L/O, CIBSE TM52/59, EPCs

Qualifications

• Graduate in STEM fields with interest in building physics and performance engineering.
• Interest in sustainable building design and energy systems.
• Willingness to learn and work on real live projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop dynamic 3D computer models of proposed buildings.
• Input and analyse data from simulation software.
• Assess energy use, overheating risk and daylighting.
• Contribute to Part L/Part O compliance, CIBSE TM52/59, EPCs, CIBSE TM54/NABERS, Passive House accreditation or compliance.
• Advise design teams on reducing energy use through passive design and energy efficiency.
• Advise on improving thermal comfort through building physics and passive design measures.
• Perform daylight and sunlight assessments, optimising natural lighting and managing glare.
• Assess proposed buildings using PHPP software.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, quantity surveyors and consultants.
• Advise on building physics aspects for BREEAM and Code for Sustainable Homes.
• Advise on building-integrated renewable energy.

Skills

Dynamic modelling

Thermodynamics

Energy systems

Data analysis

IES or Rhino

Tools

IES

Rhino

Job description

Method Consulting seeks a STEM graduate or early-career computer modeller to join the Building Physics & Building Performance Engineering team. You will develop dynamic 3D models of proposed buildings and analyse data from simulation software to meet energy and performance targets.

The role requires understanding thermodynamics, sustainable design and energy systems. Based in Swindon, Bristol or Cardiff, you will work with a diverse team and gain experience across Part L/O, CIBSE TM52/59, EPCs