Facade Engineer

Job Title: Facade Engineer

Level: Intermediate, Senior

Industry: Facade Engineering

Location: London, Home Counties

Salary: 40,000 - 80,000

Role and Responsibility

• Design and develop fa ade systems for commercial, residential, industrial, and mixed-use projects.
• Prepare detailed fa ade engineering calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
• Coordinate curtain walling, cladding, glazing, rainscreen, and structural fa ade elements.
• Review architectural drawings and ensure fa ade systems meet project requirements.
• Conduct structural and thermal performance assessments for fa ade components.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, CWCT standards, and fire safety requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, contractors, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce fa ade design solutions that balance aesthetics, performance, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Support value engineering exercises to optimise fa ade systems and materials.
• Review material selections including aluminium, steel, glass, composite panels, and insulation products.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation and contractor packages.
• Attend client meetings, technical workshops, and site coordination meetings.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor installation quality and compliance with approved drawings.
• Identify and resolve technical design issues during construction phases.
• Review fabrication drawings and subcontractor submissions for technical accuracy.
• Carry out wind load, thermal movement, acoustic, and water penetration assessments.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers regarding fa ade systems and performance criteria.
• Ensure fa ade designs meet energy efficiency and sustainability targets such as BREEAM standards.
• Support fa ade testing procedures including air, water, structural, and impact testing.
• Maintain project documentation, calculations, and revision records accurately.
• Assist with project programming, budgeting, and delivery deadlines.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance where required.
• Stay up to date with fa ade technology advancements, legislation, and industry best practices.
• Support health and safety compliance in line with CDM regulations and company policies.
• Deliver projects to a high technical standard while maintaining client satisfaction and commercial awareness.

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