Facade Engineer

Company Description Thornton Tomasetti applies advanced scientific and engineering principles to address complex challenges in the built environment. The firm works across the full lifecycle of buildings—from design and construction to long-term performance—supporting projects in a wide range of industries. Teams collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, efficient, and resilient solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Thornton Tomasetti encourages technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and continuous learning, offering professionals the opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects.

Role Description The Facade Engineer will be responsible for the technical design, analysis, and detailing of building envelopes and facade systems for a variety of projects. Day-to-day activities include developing facade concepts, performing structural and building physics analyses, preparing drawings and specifications, and coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines. The role involves reviewing design documents for constructability and performance, supporting façade-related site inspections and testing, and contributing to sustainability and energy performance strategies. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in the London Area, United Kingdom, with the flexibility to work from home on agreed days.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of Building Envelope and Facade systems, including design principles and materials.
• Experience in Facade Design, from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Solid background in Structural Engineering as it applies to facade components and load-bearing behavior.
• Understanding of Building Physics, including thermal performance, daylighting, acoustics, and moisture control.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software (e.g., structural analysis tools, 3D modeling, BIM platforms).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with UK building codes, standards, and sustainability frameworks is highly beneficial.