Facade Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-06
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Engineering
Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Are you a technically minded Facade Engineer looking to develop your career on complex and challenging building envelope projects? Join our expanding facade team, based in Bristol, Reading or London , and work on a diverse range of facade engineering projects across the UK and beyond.
This role is engineering led. Strong technical capability, a willingness to learn, and an interest in facade engineering are the key attributes we are seeking.
About the Role:Design the Future of Building Facades with Stantec - As a Facade Engineer, you will contribute to the engineering, analysis, and review of facade systems from concept through to construction. Working alongside experienced facade engineers, you will support the delivery of safe, compliant, and high performing facade solutions, providing technical input to architects, contractors, and specialist suppliers.
Your Impact:You will support the delivery of projects from concept to completion, with particular focus on the technical design and performance of cladding, glazing, precast, and curtain wall systems.
You will undertake structural engineering analysis and calculations, considering loads, movements, fixings, tolerances, and system behaviour to help develop safe, compliant, and buildable façade solutions.
You will carry out thermal bridging and U-value assessments to evaluate the thermal performance of façade systems and support compliance with building regulations and sustainability objectives.
You will assist in the preparation of technical drawings, details, specifications, and reports, and support the review of specialist contractor submissions to ensure alignment with design intent and UK standards.
You will attend site visits and inspections to review workmanship quality, specification compliance, and design implementation.
You are a motivated facade engineer with practical experience in facade engineering or building envelope design. You enjoy solving technical challenges, are keen to develop your engineering expertise, and are comfortable working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Proven experience in facade engineering, structural engineering, or building envelope design.
Good understanding of facade systems, materials, and construction methodologies.
Knowledge of facade structural behaviour, load paths, movement, and interface detailing.
Experience producing engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings, or specifications.
Understanding of UK building regulations and façade related standards and guidance.
Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit and engineering analysis software is beneficial.
Thermal engineering knowledge is desirable, including an understanding of thermal bridging, condensation risk, heat flow, and facade thermal performance.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients, and project teams.
MEng in Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Working towards, or holding Chartered Engineer status.
We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers…
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