Senior Structural Glass & Façade Engineer

Facade People; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Facade People is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join its Engineering department and lead the structural design, analysis, and development of complex façade systems from concept through installation.

You will use hand calculations and advanced software to design cable, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and glass structures, ensuring compliance with codes while collaborating with the design team and manufacturing partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) registration, or the ability to gain licensure.
• 8-10+ years of experience with structural design of building façade or enclosure systems; experience with metal-framed glazed systems preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of structural design codes such as AISC.
• In-depth knowledge of building codes such as IBC and ASCE 7.
• Experience using 3D frame analysis software (SAP2000, STAAD, RISA-3D, etc.)
• Experience with finite element analysis software such as Strand7, MEPLA, Abaqus, ANSYS, etc.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills; works well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans and specifications of complex support structures and building envelope systems.
• Independently analyze and design cable, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and glass structures using hand calculations, analysis software, and design codes and standards.
• Lead the development of calculation packages for support structures and façade systems in accordance with local building codes and project specifications.
• Collaborate closely with the design team to develop, review, approve and provide guidance on submittal and fabrication/manufacturing drawings.
• Work directly with the Engineering Manager to develop design concepts for complex projects and façade systems.

Skills

Structural design

Facade engineering

Engineering codes

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Structural/Aerospace/Mechanical Eng

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

RISA-3D

Strand7

MEPLA

Abaqus/ANSYS

Job description

Facade People is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join its Engineering department and lead the structural design, analysis, and development of complex façade systems from concept through installation.

You will use hand calculations and advanced software to design cable, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and glass structures, ensuring compliance with codes while collaborating with the design team and manufacturing partners.