Assistant Façade Engineer

Egis; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Inhabit in Hong Kong is seeking an Assistant Façade Engineer to join our growing team. Based in our Hong Kong office, you will design and engineer façades for projects across Hong Kong and Asia, supporting senior engineers through calculations, shop drawing reviews, and site inspections.

The ideal candidate has a Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering, at least 2 years of construction or engineering experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant construction or engineering experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with various engineering software.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English and Cantonese.
• Experience in façade engineering or façade construction is preferred.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis Software (e.g., Strand7, SAP2000) is an asset.
• Mandarin proficiency would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of facades for building projects in Hong Kong and across Asia.
• Preparation of calculation reports for local government submissions.
• Assisting in the review of shop drawings and contractor-provided calculations.
• Attending inspections during the construction, installation, and fabrication of concrete and steel structures.
• Participating in meetings with senior team members to provide engineering input to the design process.
• Daily communication with the engineering manager and team members to ensure project alignment.

Skills

Communication English & Cantonese

Team collaboration

Technical documentation

Design collaboration

Education

Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Strand7

SAP2000

Job description

About Us

Inhabit is a specialist consultancy focused on the design and advancement of the built environment. We are committed to making a positive impact at a global scale, with human experience central to our activities. Our solutions-led approach provides Inhabit with opportunities to work as creative design partners with acknowledged industry leaders in Architecture, Engineering and Sustainable Design from concept to completion. Our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy and create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.

Designing a sustainable future starts with diversity. At Inhabit, we’re committed to building that future, wherever in the world that may be. We recognise that it is only through diversity that we can create the best built environment possible, which is accomplished in a climate of inclusion. If you share this belief, we invite and encourage you to join us in constructing that future with Inhabit.

About the Role

As our Hong Kong office continues to grow, undertaking new projects with some of Asia’s most prestigious and well-respected architecture firms and clients, we are seeking an Assistant Façade Engineer based in our Hong Kong office to join our team.

About the Role

The role includes:

• Design and engineering of facades for building projects in Hong Kong and across Asia.
• Preparation of calculation reports for local government submissions.
• Assisting in the review of shop drawings and contractor-provided calculations.
• Attending inspections during the construction, installation, and fabrication of concrete and steel structures.
• Participating in meetings alongside senior team members to provide engineering input to the design process.
• Daily communication with the engineering manager and team members to ensure project alignment.

What do we need from you

Skills and Experience

• Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant construction or engineering experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with various engineering software.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in both English and Cantonese.

Requirements (Preferred)

• Experience in façade engineering or façade construction is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis Software (e.g., Strand7, SAP2000).
• Experience in Structural Engineering.
• TCP T3 qualification under the RSE stream.
• Experience in preparing submissions for the Buildings Department is preferred.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
• Proficiency in Mandarin would be an advantage.