Façade Engineer

WSP
South Africa
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Construction, Civil & Site EngineeringExperience: 3-8 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Coordination","Analytical skills","Problem-solving","Communication","Multidisciplinary collaboration"]

Design and engineer building envelope façades, translating architectural intent into safe, durable, energy-efficient, compliant façade solutions. Perform structural analyses (wind, seismic, thermal movement), design systems such as curtain walls, cladding and glazing, and assess performance for thermal, acoustic, fire, and weatherproofing. Coordinate with architects, structural and MEP engineers, prepare detailed drawings and specifications, support tenders, and provide site construction support including façade testing requirements.

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Façade Engineer

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Job Summary

Design and engineer building envelope façades, translating architectural intent into safe, durable, energy-efficient, compliant façade solutions. Perform structural analyses (wind, seismic, thermal movement), design systems such as curtain walls, cladding and glazing, and assess performance for thermal, acoustic, fire, and weatherproofing. Coordinate with architects, structural and MEP engineers, prepare detailed drawings and specifications, support tenders, and provide site construction support including façade testing requirements.
Location: South Africa
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Construction, Civil & Site Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop façade concepts aligned with architectural intent and project requirements.
  • •Perform structural analysis of façade systems, including wind loads, seismic effects, and thermal movement.
  • •Design façade systems such as curtain walls, cladding systems, and glazing.
  • •Evaluate façade performance across thermal, acoustic, fire, and weatherproofing requirements.
  • •Provide documentation, tender support, and construction support (site inspections and technical issue resolution).

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Medical CoverAnnual LeaveRemote WorkFlexible Hours

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
  • •3–8 years’ experience in façade or building envelope engineering.
  • •Experience on commercial, industrial, or mixed-use building projects.
  • •Knowledge of façade materials such as glass, aluminium, steel, and composites.
  • •Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and structural analysis tools.
Experience:3-8 yearsBuilding envelope engineeringCommercial buildingsIndustrial buildingsMixed-use buildings
Education:Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering
Skills:CoordinationAnalytical skillsProblem-solvingCommunicationMultidisciplinary collaboration
Tech Stack:AutoCADRevitBIMStructural analysis tools

Company Brief

WSP
Global professional services firm providing engineering, consulting, and technical services across infrastructure, environment, buildings, transportation, and energy sectors for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Professional Services
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
Founded: 1959
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