Graduate Facade Engineer 2027 Start - London
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Job summary
Jensen Hughes in the UK and Ireland is inviting applications for a Graduate Facade Engineer to join across the UK and Ireland, working with experienced engineers to develop knowledge in façade systems and external wall fire consultancy.
The programme offers hands‑on project experience, mentorship and CPD over two years, with opportunities to progress toward chartered status and flexible hybrid working.
Qualifications
- Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
- Master’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or Physics.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, and technical information relating to façade and external wall systems.
- Assist in preparing technical reports, including external wall fire assessment reports and façade engineering notes.
- Support external wall fire safety assessments, including PAS 9980‑led appraisals and desktop studies.
- Attend site visits and intrusive surveys to establish external wall/façade build‑ups and fire stopping provisions.
- Assist with thermal engineering tasks including thermal bridging reviews and U‑value assessments.
- Assist with structural engineering tasks related to façade systems and analysis of calculations.
- Coordinate and review test evidence, certifications, and product data relevant to façade performance.
- Coordinate between internal disciplines and external stakeholders under supervision.
- Attend design meetings and client meetings and maintain project documentation.
- Participate in training, mentoring and development activities.
Job description
At Jensen Hughes, we’ve been helping make our world safe,secure and resilient since 1939. Today, our global network of experts worksacross fire protection engineering, security and risk-based fields, includingaccessibility consulting, risk analysis, process safety, forensicinvestigations, security risk consulting, emergency management and digitalinnovation.
Our engineers and consultants work together to solve complexsafety and security challenges, helping our clients protect what matters most.Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we continue toadvance the science of safety and make a meaningful difference to thecommunities we serve.
At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating a culture oftrust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first.Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives,skills and talents they bring to our organisation.
Our Global Employee Networks connect people from across theorganisation, supporting career development and creating opportunities to shareexperiences, build connections and learn from one another.
Ready to start a career where your engineering skills canmake a real difference?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Facade Engineer to join Jensen Hughes across the UK and Ireland and become part of our 2,000+ global employees working together to advance the science of safety every day.
***Please note: to be considered for this role, you must havethe right to work in the UK or Ireland.*Why join Jensen Hughes and grow your career?Your career can go further than you think.** 74% of ourcurrent Directors and Technical Directors in the UK & Ireland started theircareers with us as graduates.
We haveoffices across Belgium, Finland, Italy, Denmark and the UK & Ireland. Ourreputation for innovative, design-focused solutions has made us the consultantof choice for many of Europe’s leading property clients.
As a Graduate Façade Engineer, you will be an integral part of a dynamic team, working alongside experienced Engineers to develop your knowledge and experience across façade engineering and external wall fire consultancy. You will gain structured exposure to façade systems, external wall fire performance and building envelope design, while developing core engineering skills across structural, thermal and fire performance disciplines. With support from senior engineers, you will contribute to technical project delivery while developing the judgement, competence and professional behaviours needed to progress within either the façade design or external wall consultancy pathway.
You’llhave the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and diverseteam where we strive to do the right thing for our people, clients andcommunities.
You will be given earlyresponsibility and the opportunity to progress rapidly. Jensen Hughesencourages all Engineers to work towards chartered status, providing help and support throughout the process.
As a Graduate Facade Engineer, you’ll work on a variety ofexciting projects.
Your work will include:
- Support the review of architectural drawings, specifications, and technical information relating to façade and external wall systems.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, including external wall fire assessment reports, façade engineering notes, and supporting appendices.
- Support external wall fire safety assessments, including PAS 9980–led appraisals and related desktop studies.
- Participate in site inspections and intrusive surveys to establish external wall and façade build-ups, materials, fixings, and fire stopping provisions.
- Assist with thermal engineering tasks, including thermal bridging reviews, U-value assessments, condensation risk inputs, and interpretation of modelling outputs under supervision.
- Assist with structural engineering tasks related to façade systems, including basic load paths, fixings concepts, and interpretation of structural calculations prepared by senior engineers.
- Support the coordination and review of test evidence, certifications, and product data relevant to façade and external wall performance.
- Assist senior engineers with coordination between internal disciplines and external stakeholders.
- Attend site visits, design meetings, and client meetings as required, under supervision.
- Maintain accurate records, site notes, and project documentation in accordance with internal procedures.
- Actively participate in training, mentoring, and professional development activities.
- Work in accordance with Jensen Hughes quality, safety, and governance procedures at all times.
During the first 12–24 months, we expect successful candidates to grow into the role by developing the following skills and competencies:
- Develop a sound understanding of façade systems, materials, and construction methods.
- Build familiarity with external wall fire safety principles, relevant legislation, and guidance.
- Gain practical site experience through inspections and surveys.
- Develop core skills in technical report writing and structured engineering reasoning.
- Build foundational understanding of thermal and structural performance as applied to façade systems.
- Demonstrate increasing independence in technical tasks under supervision.
- Progress towards professional accreditation and longer-term chartership pathways.
To set you up for success in the role, you’ll need:
- Right to work in the UK or Ireland.
- A Master’s degree, achieved within the last two years or expected, in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or Physics.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
- A second European language is an advantage but not essential.
- Interest in façade engineering, external walls, and fire safety.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
- Interest in thermal and/or structural aspects of façade performance.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
We’ve successfully welcomed Graduate Facade Engineers from avariety of STEM Master’s backgrounds, including Mechanical Engineering,Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering and Physics. Many of these individuals havegone on to build outstanding careers with us.
If you’re committed to pursuing a career in Facade Engineeringand have a transferable STEM Master’s degree, we’d love to hear from you. Tellus why you’re ready to start your career with Jensen Hughes.
Starting your career is about more than your first role,it’s about building the foundations for your future.
Our Graduate Development Programme gives you hands‑onproject experience, mentorship and support as you work towards professionalaccreditation. Over two years, you’ll gain experience across fire engineeringand related disciplines, helping you build the knowledge and skills needed fora successful and impactful career.
You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as you progress through the programme, helping you continue to develop your technical knowledge and professional skills. We provide support and encouragement for Engineers working towards Chartered Engineer status, helping you work towards this important professional milestone as you build your career with Jensen Hughes.
At Jensen Hughes, fire safety and sustainability go hand inhand.
In the UK, we support the design of safe, energy-efficientand sustainable buildings that meet BREEAM standards and align with net-zerogoals. As a graduate, you’ll play a role in delivering solutions that protectpeople while helping to create a more sustainable built environment.
At Jensen Hughes, we know that our people are the foundationof our success. To attract and retain the best talent, we offer a competitiveand comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing,work-life balance, and professional growth.
- Private medical insurance
- 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays) with an additional day after 3 years
- Industry-leading contributory pension scheme
- 4x life assurance
- Income protection scheme
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced parental-related pay
- Recognition and reward programmers to celebrate team efforts
- Access to extensive technical training and resources
We understand the importance of flexibility and balance.We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time, and flexible working arrangements tosuit both you and the business. For certain teams, this may include an earlyFriday finish at 3 pm once contracted hours and client deadlines are met. Wealso offer:
- Flexible working hours and patterns
- Flexible holiday use over Christmas/New Year
- Enhanced holiday entitlement after three years
- The option to carry over up to five unused holiday days into the next year (subject to discussion and approval)
Our benefits represent a meaningful investment in both our people and the future of Jensen Hughes. We regularly review our benefits programme to ensure it aligns with statutory requirements, market trends, and the needs of our team. Any modifications will be carefully considered to support our employees and the company’s long‑term goals.
Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose.
*Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements
Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee‑based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.
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