Facade Engineer

Digital Planners Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering consultancy in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Façade Design Engineer to conduct engineering and provide consultancy for façade systems. Responsibilities include performing structural analyses, ensuring compliance with weatherproofing standards, and managing projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and expertise in façade performance solution design and relevant software. This role offers a chance to work on innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience as a Façade Design Engineer.
• Experience in condensation modeling using WUFI software.
• Familiarity with façade fire rating requirements and reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducted design engineering for façade systems and provided consultancy.
• Perform detailed engineering computations and structural analysis.
• Advise clients on façade design considerations.

Skills

Façade performance solution design

Communication skills

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

STRAND7

SPACE GASS

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Rhino

WUFI

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conducted design engineering for faade systems and provided build-ability consultancy, incorporating material knowledge and installation techniques.
• Perform detailed engineering computations and structural analysis specific to faade elements.
• Advise clients on faade design considerations, providing comprehensive reporting on building projects.
• Ensure compliance with weatherproofing requirements, detailing solutions according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Oversee the preparation of all faade documentation, including calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Review contractor submissions, including shop drawings and calculations, to ensure adherence to design intent.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including administration and coordination of project activities.
• Foster relationships with clients and industry contacts, representing the company's expertise in faade engineering.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of faade design engineering tasks, meeting project milestones.
• Accuracy of engineering computations and structural analyses for faade elements.
• Client satisfaction ratings based on the quality of faade design advice and reporting.
• Compliance with weatherproofing standards and effective implementation of recommended solutions.
• Efficient production of faade documentation, minimizing errors and revisions.
• Contractor submissions are reviewed within specified timeframes, with high levels of accuracy.
• Successful project management, including adherence to budgetary constraints and reputation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience as a Faade Design Engineer.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in report writing, with a focus on technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of faade performance solution design and documentation, compliant with NCC2022 and the Building Commissioner's Handbook.
• Experience in condensation modeling using WUFI software.
• Familiarity with faade fire rating requirements and reporting procedures.
• Competence in developing performance solutions to meet F3P1 standards.
• Expertise in faade analysis and modeling engineering software such as STRAND7, SPACE GASS, MathCAD, and CAD such as AutoCAD and Rhino.
• Thorough understanding of relevant Australian Standards, including AS1170, AS3600, AS3700, AS4100, AS4654.2, AS1288, AS3500, AS1664, and NCC2022.