Facade Engineer

Company Description

Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment. We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers amongst other professions who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.

Job Description

We are seeking motivated and agile team players who are excited to develop new capabilities and continue to grow. In joining our team, you will have the opportunity to bring your experience as a Facade Engineer to our Sydney office and work alongside our accomplished Facade Engineering team and provide consulting services for new and existing facades, both commercial and residential.

The role will include:

• Carry out design engineering for facade and build-ability consultancy, including material knowledge and installation techniques
• Perform detailed engineering computations and structural facade analysis
• Provide facade design advice and reporting to clients on buildings projects
• Accountable for all facade documentation including calculations, drawings and specifications
• Review contractor submissions; shop drawings and calculations
• Project management and administration
• Assist in preparing tender submissions
• Attend inspections during construction, installation and fabrication as required
• Communicate with design team as well as work autonomously
• Build and maintain relationships with clients on projects and develop contacts within the facade industry
• Liaise with peers and other disciplines within the Group as required

Qualifications

Skills and Experience 

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil/Structures)
• Proven experience in facade design engineering within a facade consultancy or facade contractor - local experience ideal
• Must be experienced in facade system design and reviewing of drawing submissions 
• Ideally 2+ years' experience with a facade contractor or consultancy 
• Familiar with relevant local codes and standards related to facades
• Proficiency in relevant facade & structural finite element software e.g. Strand7, Mepla 
• Experience in producing and reviewing calculations for various facade elements and writing documentation at the different stages of a project 
• Excellent problem solving and organisational skills 
• Proactive, demonstrate initiative, focus and a strong commitment to your profession 
• Able to work independently with some supervision where required 
• High proficiency in MS Office 

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Ongoing learning, access to training and development
• Company Parental leave and Purchased leave
• An Employee Assistance Program available to staff, family and household members
• Staff events

The salary will be based on competitive market rates commensurate with your skills and experience.

Please upload your cover letter and CV and any other documents that you think will set you apart.

Inhabit is a part of the Egis group of companies. To learn more visit https://inhabitgroup.com/an-egis-company/

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