Lead Building Physics Engineer: Net‑Zero & Energy Modelling

Stantec; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Principal Building Physics Engineer to enhance its capacity in the Southwest UK. This role involves leading technical delivery and providing expertise in energy modelling and building performance. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience and a strong technical background. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and client interaction, along with a commitment to net-zero design solutions and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in building physics and energy modelling in a consultancy.
• Advanced proficiency in IES-VE including complex simulation and calibration.
• Strong understanding of passive design and low-carbon buildings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of building physics workstreams across projects.
• Provide expert guidance on building performance and sustainability topics.
• Mentor early-career engineers and develop training materials.

Skills

Building physics

Energy modelling

Communication skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Education

Degree in Building Physics, Mechanical/Environmental Engineering or related field

Chartership (CEng) via CIBSE, IMechE or equivalent

Tools

IES-VE

TAS

DesignBuilder

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Principal Building Physics Engineer to enhance its capacity in the Southwest UK. This role involves leading technical delivery and providing expertise in energy modelling and building performance. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience and a strong technical background. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and client interaction, along with a commitment to net-zero design solutions and mentoring junior staff.