Facade Engineer

Job Description

With more than 14000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success.

Facade Engineer- About The Role

As a Façade Engineer, you will assist in the design, analysis, and implementation of building facades. You will work closely with senior engineers and architects to ensure that facades meet structural, thermal, acoustic, and aesthetic requirements. The right candidate brings in a combination of fundamental structural engineering knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a basic understanding of architectural design principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with UAE team and provide specialist input during design and tender phases of projects to resolve technical issues and ensure integration of façade designs seamlessly into building overall plans.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams including Architecture, Structural Engineering, MEP Engineering, Acoustic Engineering, Fire and Life Safety, Façade Access, Project Management etc.
• Assist the team in the design of projects, technically, and understand the best facade solutions.
• Collaborate with senior team members to ensure that facade designs comply with local building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct glazing and framing sizing calculations using finite element software such as Strand 7, STAAD.
• Develop concepts and structural checks for proposed systems, as hand sketches or basic CAD drawing to be developed by façade designer.
• Assist the team in reviewing contractor technical submissions and attend contractor workshops.
• Conduct 1D thermal performance and condensation risk analysis with assistance from the senior engineer.
• Liaise with manufacturers and system suppliers to better understand capabilities and limitations of their products.
• Assist in the completion of stage reports, design criteria documents and performance specifications.
• Consultant review of façade structural calculations provided by subcontractors.
• Review project specification to highlight façade specific requirements, flag performance criteria that need to be rectified, considering local codes and project requirements.
• Review of material submittals and material approval documents.
• Review of shop drawings taking into consideration the performance criteria for the project, including tolerances, structural supports, thermal and acoustic performances.
• Conduct ad hoc tasks and assist in the smooth running of our projects and be a key part of making a success of our growing team.
  
  

Qualifications Skills & Expertise:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputed University.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Façade Engineering, preferably with a mix of consultancy and contracting experience. Experience working with Middle East projects would be essential.
• Experience working in the office and on site.
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD/Revit to be able to extract information needed for engineering verification.
• Proficient in façade & structural finite element software, e.g. Strand 7, STAAD
• Sound knowledge in façade systems and design and relevant codes and standards.
• Ability to do detailed finite element checks for façade structural components.
• Strong track record of working cross-functionally within a complex matrix organization.
• Experience in forming strong and collaborative relationships with team members across different regions and focus areas.
• Ability to hand sketch and present ideas during meetings and presentations.
• Meticulous attention to detail with ability to schedule and manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Exceptional skills in written English and technical report writing.
  
  

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization