Graduate Building Physics Engineer - Dynamic Modelling & Sustainability

AECOM; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Graduate training program

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a graduate Building Physics Engineer to join our Building Physics team within the Building Engineering line. You will develop dynamic thermal models, support energy and sustainability assessments, and learn IES-VE modelling while collaborating with design teams on real projects in a hybrid work setting.

You will receive structured training, mentoring, and opportunities to contribute to energy modelling, ventilation analysis, and performance assessments across schemes such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline with 2:1 classification or above
• Master's degree in Engineering, Building Physics or related discipline would be an advantage
• Experience of, or degree modules relating to, Building Physics, thermal modelling, engineering analysis and renewable energy technologies would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Producing 3D geometry for buildings and developments
• Liaising with internal and external design teams
• Assisting in setting up comprehensive dynamic thermal models of proposed developments
• Attending meetings and workshops with other design professionals including Architects, developers and contractors
• Undertaking simple test cell modelling to assist with design development
• Collating evidence for EPCs
• Undertaking calculations in various supporting software packages
• Assisting in producing supporting information for central databases
• Understanding and undertaking early energy calculations
• Supporting engineers in producing information for main reports
• Assisting in production of marketing material for clients
• Supporting senior staff in project delivery

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Health and safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or STEM (2:1)

Master's degree in Engineering/Building Physics (advantage)

Experience or modules in Building Physics/thermal modelling/renewable energy (advantage)

Tools

IES-VE

CFD (advantage)

Job description

AECOM is seeking a graduate Building Physics Engineer to join our Building Physics team within the Building Engineering line. You will develop dynamic thermal models, support energy and sustainability assessments, and learn IES-VE modelling while collaborating with design teams on real projects in a hybrid work setting.

You will receive structured training, mentoring, and opportunities to contribute to energy modelling, ventilation analysis, and performance assessments across schemes such as