Project Engineer – Specialist Glass and Facade Structures

Job Description

Job Title: Project Engineer – Specialist Glass and Facade Structures

Reports to: Group Director

Job Purpose: We are seeking a Project Engineer for our London office with a strong background in structural engineering, facade system detailing, and an interest in building envelopes.

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is one of the most innovative engineering design firms in the world, with a global reputation cultivated through a commitment to research and creative thinking. We enjoy working with a range of materials, forms and building types across diverse sectors and project scales to deliver imaginative solutions. Our multiple award-winning collaborations with forward-thinking architects such as Foster + Partners, Zaha Hadid Architects and Heatherwick Studio, for clients that include Apple, Google, Vitsoe and Bulgari, have placed us at the forefront of design in structures and facades. Our commitment to sustainability, digital design, and continuous research and development remains at the core of our approach.

We offer a stimulating work environment with enthusiastic, intelligent, hard-working colleagues, and support personal development through training and project opportunities. Our principal office is in London, with other offices in Manchester, Paris, Milan, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Delhi, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Sydney.

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for someone with the following:

• — A good degree in structural engineering, and preferably a relevant postgraduate degree
• — 2+ years’ experience in facade design and detailing in a consulting or construction capacity
• — Strong understanding of engineering principles related to facade systems and detailing
• — Good communication skills and collaborative approach
• — Experience in the engineering aspects of non-standard facades, preferably with an emphasis on structural engineering
• — Interest and experience in detailed analytical design
• — Working knowledge of BS/EN standards
• — A collaborative approach
• — Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• — A genuine interest in architecture and a readiness to travel when required

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• — Report to the specialist structures Group Director in London
• — Collaborate with clients, architects, and engineering consultants to develop optimal façade design solutions
• — Proactively supporting projects internally, producing sketches, reports and specifications, coordinated with other parties, under the guidance of Senior Engineers
• — Develop design solutions through structural steel, aluminium, timber and non-standard materials such as structural glass.
• — Demonstrate a working knowledge of structural analysis (FEM) software and 3D modelling software (Rhino, AutoCAD, etc)
• — Proactively supporting projects internally, producing sketches, reports and specifications, coordinated with other parties, under the guidance of Senior Engineers
• — Carrying out site inspections, factory visits, witnessing of mock-ups and testing and preparing technical reports
• — Representing EOC at workshops, design team meetings and site meetings with our clients and collaborators
• — Collaborating with other EOC team members; participating in knowledge sharing and producing technical notes
• — Contributing to internal R&D initiatives
• — Communicating with clients; managing external relationships
• — Maintain up to date technical knowledge
• — Use analytical software effectively and interpret the outputs well
• — Highlight and look for solutions to potential problems

London Office 9th Floor, 236 Gray’s Inn Rd, London WC1X 8HB +44 (0) 20 7354 5402 eocengineers.com

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

• — Working towards chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (IStructE, ICE)
• — Experienced in use of CAD software and 3D computer modelling tools
• — Experience in projects from concept stage through completion
• — Commitment to continuous professional development and contributing to the growth of the team and the practice
• — Working knowledge of relevant design and FEM software (preferably Strand7 and RFEM), including for structural analysis, thermal bridging analysis and glass selection tools
• — A keen interest in architecture and a willingness to travel
• — Good organisational skills and the ability to cope with a variety of tasks
• — A flexible, positive approach and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy, creative atmosphere
• — Positive, adaptable mindset and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, creative environment
• — Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people of all levels.

WE OFFER

• — A structured professional development and training programme with pathways to chartership.
• — An inclusive workplace that values diversity, collaboration, and professional excellence
• — Flexible working options around core hours
• — Opportunities for continuing professional development and mentoring.
• — Access to research, innovation, and internal R&D initiatives.
• — Collaboration opportunities with our international offices
• — World-class projects with respected architects and collaborators
• — A supportive environment that encourages career growth at all stages.