Senior Facade Engineer

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Company Description

Job Description

Can you design and deliver challenging Architectural designs with the world's leading Architects? Are you interested in exploring digital tools and AI in delivering better and faster solutions in façade engineering? Would you like to work in a foundation owned company where people not profits are the most important metric?

If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Façade Engineering team in as our new Senior Facade Engineer in London and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Senior Facade Engineer, you will be engaged in project delivery from early stages through to construction. You will be part of an expanding and dynamic team. We actively seek a rich portfolio of work that makes a difference to those who experience it. Working with the leading UK and international architects we are recognised for our bold innovative approach, that is underpinned by our Scandinavian design heritage and foundation ownership. You will be part of the UK façade team and have the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and abroad. You will be based within the London office working with the Buildings team on multi-disciplinary projects.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Façade system design development, specification and testing
• Preparation of design stage reports and façade tender documentation
• Thermal modelling and condensation analysis
• Participation in façade workshops
• Contractor technical audits, tender reviews, due diligence reviews
• Site inspections/diagnostic work
• Assist in maintaining the high-quality façade service offering
• Assisting the UK team of engineers and technicians and accountability for their deliverables
• Accountability for task delivery, quality and profitability

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

• Degree in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or similar subject, or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in a façade design/engineering role
• All round technical knowledge including structural analysis, thermal analysis, facade systems, facade materials, facade performances, specification, testing, manufacture and site
• Excellent knowledge of facade systems and construction techniques, procurement routes and risk assessment
• Understanding of and some ability to use analysis software such as Mepla, Flixo, Vitrage, ANSYS etc.
• Very good communication skills in English

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development.
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles.
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Be at the forefront of the use of digital tools
• Flexible work environment
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• A host of subsidised benefits including private medical insurance and cycle-to-work

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. In 2024, Ramboll was included in the Sunday Times' list of Best Places to Work.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.