Principal/Associate Engineering Consultant

Fourblue; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London seeks a Principal/Associate Engineering Consultant to lead projects in sustainability and engineering solutions. This role involves mentoring junior staff and developing energy efficiency strategies while ensuring compliance with UK building regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building performance modelling and a relevant engineering degree, with opportunities for remote work available.

Qualifications

• In-depth technical knowledge of building physics.
• Experience with thermal comfort and daylighting analysis.
• Proven ability to develop passive design and energy strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic simulation and advanced building performance modelling.
• Conduct thermal comfort, overheating, daylighting, and climate-based simulations.
• Mentor junior consultants on modelling best practices.

Skills

Building physics

Dynamic simulation

Energy efficiency strategies

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in engineering, sustainability, or building physics

Tools

IES VE

ApacheHVAC

Job description

Principal/Associate Engineering Consultant

Principal/Associate Engineering Consultant

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Sustainability Recruitment Consultant, working across the built environment.

Principal/Associate Engineering Consultant

Location: London/Hybrid/Remote

We are working with an independent London based consultancy, specialising in engineering and sustainability solutions, helping clients integrate environmental strategies into building design, product development, and business operations. They are seeking a Principal/Associate level consultant to lead, support and mentor their junior staff with NABERS design for performance, IES VE and ApacheHVAC.

Key Responsibilities:

The role involves leading projects and providing guidance to junior team members. Key tasks include:

• Lead dynamic simulation and advanced building performance modelling (e.g. using IES VE).
• Conduct thermal comfort, overheating, daylighting, and climate-based simulations.
• Develop energy efficiency strategies, including passive design and fabric improvements.
• Assess low-carbon and renewable technologies.
• Support compliance modelling (Part L, TM54) and input into sustainability certifications.
• Present technical analysis to clients and design teams.
• Develop best practice for NABERS work.
• Contribution towards business development of the business.
• Mentor junior consultants on modelling best practices.

What We're Looking For:

• In depth technical knowledge of building physics.
• Strong technical expertise in dynamic simulation and building performance modelling (preferably IES VE).
• Solid understanding of UK building regulations, especially Part L, TM54, and TM52.
• Experience with thermal comfort, overheating, and daylighting analysis.
• Proven ability to develop passive design and energy strategies.
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (e.g. BREEAM, LEED, WELL).
• Strong communication skills for presenting technical information to clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• A relevant degree in engineering, sustainability, or building physics.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE) is desirable.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 5 years experience within a related role.
• Proficient working with IES VE and ApacheHVAC.
• Knowledge and experience of NABERS design for performance and CIBSE TM54 modelling.
• Great experience with face to face delivery to customers.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and controls.
• Ability to lead a team
• Qualified to produce domestic/non domestic EPC's.
• NABERS Energy in use certified.
• IES and ApacheHVAC completed courses.

This client is open to remote working for the right candidate with relevant and proficient experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Consulting, and Design

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Business Consulting and Services, and Design Services

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