Façade Engineer

Kovach; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kovach in Chandler, AZ, is seeking an Engineer with a strong structural background and façade systems expertise. The role focuses on engineering design, analysis, and coordination across materials to deliver envelope solutions that are innovative, efficient, and constructible.

Responsibilities include performing FEM and finite element analysis, developing load paths, preparing submittal packs, evaluating subcontracted work, and supporting project teams and clients with engineering intent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering across commercial, specialty, and façade projects.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and fenestration industry standards.
• Proficiency with FEM tools, MathCAD, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design of bespoke aluminum framing systems, including ACM, sheet metal, perforated plates, sunshades and varied material inserts and fasteners.
• Develop load paths and perform calculations in compliance with building codes and client specifications.
• Conduct finite element modeling (FEM), MathCAD, and Excel-based analysis for façade systems.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEM tools

MathCAD

Excel

Curtainwall

Façade design

Tools

FEM tools

MathCAD

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an Engineer with a strong structural background and specialized experience in curtainwall and façade systems. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of engineering design, analysis, and coordination across diverse building materials, with a focus on innovative envelope solutions. This role requires both technical expertise and collaborative project execution to ensure high-quality, efficient, and constructible designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Engineering & Analysis
  • Perform engineering analysis and design of bespoke aluminum framing systems, including ACM, sheet metal, perforated plates, sunshades and varied material inserts and fasteners.
  • Develop load paths and perform calculations in compliance with building codes and client specifications.
  • Conduct finite element modeling (FEM), MathCAD, and Excel-based analysis for façade systems.
• Curtainwall & Façade Design
  • Evaluate unitized and stick-built curtainwall systems and design structural loading additions, including extensive connection detailing.
  • Prepare and assemble engineering calculation packets for submittals.
  • Evaluate subcontracted engineering work and provide technical direction.
• Coordination & Documentation
  • Collaborate with project managers, drafting teams, and fabricators to achieve quality, efficiency, and constructability standards.
  • Compile and present engineering documentation, including structural reports, drawings, and calculations.
  • Conduct site observations and collect field data to support design validation.
• Business & Client Support
  • Review technical specifications for negotiation and project initiation.
  • Support preliminary engineering designs for sales and estimating teams.
  • Serve as a technical liaison with clients to communicate engineering intent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering across commercial, specialty, and façade projects .
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials (wood, concrete, steel, masonry, aluminum), and fenestration industry standards.
• Proficiency with structural software (FEM tools, MathCAD, Excel).

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