Facade Engineer

Director – HR & Recruiting with IT Leadership | Aligning People, Process & Technology for Growth

Summary: We are seeking an Engineer with a strong structural background and specialized experience in curtain wall and façade systems. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of engineering design, analysis, and coordination across diverse building materials, with a focus on innovative envelope solutions. This role requires both technical expertise and collaborative project execution to ensure high-quality, efficient, and constructible designs.

Our Mission: Kovach's mission is crystal clear: to cultivate a thriving and profitable company that stands as a beacon of growth and opportunity. We are steadfastly dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals not only succeed but flourish. In doing so, we aim to strike a harmonious balance between robust financial health and a nurturing space for all our team members.

Our Core Values:

• Positivity: Easy to work with, trusting, team player, and good communicator.
• Own it: Reliable, responsible, follows through, trustworthy, thorough.
• Expertise: Intelligent, innovative, and coachable.
• Grit: Tough, strong work ethic, and finds a way to get it done.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering analysis and design of bespoke aluminum framing systems, including ACM, sheet metal, perforated plates, sunshades and varied material inserts and fasteners.
• Develop load paths and perform calculations in compliance with building codes and client specifications.
• Conduct finite element modeling (FEM), MathCAD, and Excel-based analysis for façade systems.
• Evaluate unitized and stick-built curtain wall systems and design structural loading additions, including extensive connection detailing.
• Prepare and assemble engineering calculation packets for submittals.
• Evaluate subcontracted engineering work and provide technical direction.
• Coordination & Documentation:
• Collaborate with project managers, drafting teams, and fabricators to achieve quality, efficiency, and constructability standards.
• Compile and present engineering documentation, including structural reports, drawings, and calculations.
• Conduct site observations and collect field data to support design validation.
• Business & Client Support:
• Review technical specifications for negotiation and project initiation.
• Support preliminary engineering designs for sales and estimating teams.
• Serve as a technical liaison with clients to communicate engineering intent.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering across commercial, specialty, and façade projects.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials (wood, concrete, steel, masonry, aluminum), and fenestration industry standards.
• Proficiency with structural software (FEM tools, MathCAD, Excel).

About Kovach: Kovach is one of the nation’s leading façade and enclosure contractors, built on decades of strong client and vendor relationships and a culture of excellence. With 350 team members across multiple states and annual sales nearing $95 million, Kovach is committed to growth and innovation while fostering a workplace where employees can thrive. From airports and universities to resorts and entertainment venues, our work defines skylines and creates lasting impact.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Statement: Kovach is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity in its workforce. We invite candidates who are keen to grow, contribute, and be a part of our success story.