Senior Facade Engineer - Hybrid & Envelope Leader

Mott MacDonald Group; New Zealand; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Professional development and charter-

Access to global technical networks

Iconic projects across New Zealand

Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions

Collaborative and inclusive team

Job summary

A Senior Façade Engineer role in Auckland with Mott MacDonald offers the chance to lead design and delivery of façade packages across diverse projects in a collaborative Buildings team. You will conduct façade analysis, review technical submissions, and provide glazing and cladding expertise while coordinating with architects and engineers across disciplines.

We value candidates with a civil/structural/building engineering background, NZ standards familiarity, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural or Building Engineering.
• 5–10 years' experience in façade engineering, building envelopes or related disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of façade systems including curtain walling, glazing, metal cladding, façades, roofing and waterproofing.
• Familiarity with NZ standards and Building Code requirements, particularly structure, durability and external moisture.
• Experience delivering projects in a consulting environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using digital engineering tools, with BIM and Revit experience advantageous.
• Progress toward, or achievement of, Chartered Professional Engineer status or equivalent accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of façade and building envelope packages across multiple projects.
• Undertake façade engineering analysis, calculations and technical documentation.
• Review shop drawings, specifications and contractor submissions.
• Provide technical advice on glazing, curtain walls, cladding systems, roofing and weathertightness.
• Support project delivery, including design reviews, site inspections and construction monitoring.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, structural engineers and other disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with NZ Building Code requirements and relevant standards.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to proposal and business development activities.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentoring junior engineers

BIM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural or Building Engineering

Tools

BIM

Revit

Job description

A Senior Façade Engineer role in Auckland with Mott MacDonald offers the chance to lead design and delivery of façade packages across diverse projects in a collaborative Buildings team. You will conduct façade analysis, review technical submissions, and provide glazing and cladding expertise while coordinating with architects and engineers across disciplines.

We value candidates with a civil/structural/building engineering background, NZ standards familiarity, and strong communication skills.