Senior Facade Engineer

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location NSW - Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary AUD 140,000 - 170,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Engineering
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Are you an experienced Façade Engineer with 8-10 years' experience looking to take the next step in your career?

This is an opportunity to join a respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering technically challenging and architecturally significant projects across Australia.

You'll take a senior role in leading façade engineering projects, providing technical direction and working closely with architects, developers, builders and specialist contractors from concept through to construction.

The role offers exposure to complex commercial, residential, mixed-use and infrastructure projects, with the opportunity to take ownership of major projects while mentoring engineers and contributing to the continued growth of the façade team.

The Opportunity
  • Lead façade engineering projects from concept through to construction.
  • Provide technical leadership across complex façade and building envelope solutions.
  • Design and assess curtain walls, structural glazing, unitised façades, rainscreen cladding and other façade systems.
  • Undertake structural, thermal, acoustic, waterproofing and wind performance assessments.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
  • Manage client relationships and collaborate with architects, developers, builders and contractors.
  • Review shop drawings, undertake site inspections and provide construction-stage support.
  • Mentor junior and intermediate engineers.
  • Contribute to technical standards, business development and the continued growth of the façade team.
About You
You'll ideally bring:
  • 8-10 years' experience in façade engineering.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Strong experience across curtain walls, structural glazing, cladding, unitised façades and building envelope systems.
  • Strong understanding of structural, thermal, acoustic, waterproofing and wind performance.
  • Experience with STRAND7 or equivalent FEA software.
  • Strong knowledge of the NCC and relevant Australian Standards.
  • Proven ability to lead projects and manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong client-facing and communication skills.
  • Experience mentoring and developing engineers.
  • CPEng, NER or eligibility will be highly regarded.
Why Join?
  • Competitive salary package reflecting your experience.
  • Senior technical leadership opportunity.
  • Landmark and technically challenging projects.
  • Strong autonomy and ownership of projects.
  • Opportunity to mentor and help shape the façade team.
  • Ongoing professional development and support towards professional registration.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Long-term career progression within a growing consultancy.
About the Employer

Our client is an established Australian engineering consultancy with a strong reputation across façade, civil and structural engineering.

They partner with leading architects, developers and contractors on complex projects across commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructure sectors.
If you're an experienced façade engineer looking for greater technical responsibility, project leadership and the opportunity to help shape a growing team, we'd like to hear from you.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant façade experience. Project portfolios or examples of façade projects are welcomed.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Senior Facade Engineer role?
D&B is hiring for the Senior Facade Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Facade Engineer job located?
The Senior Facade Engineer role with D&B is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Senior Facade Engineer role pay?
D&B lists the Senior Facade Engineer role at AUD 140,000–170,000 per year.
Is the Senior Facade Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Senior Facade Engineer role?
The Senior Facade Engineer position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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