Graduate Project Engineer - Facades & Roofing
Location: West Midlands Salary: £30,000 + Bonus Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer in the façade, roofing and building envelope sector for a Graduate Project Engineer to join their growing engineering team.
This is an excellent development opportunity for an ambitious graduate engineer looking to build a long-term career in building envelope engineering. You'll support the design, engineering and technical delivery of façade and roofing systems, gaining hands-on experience in structural and thermal analysis, engineering calculations and technical support.
Working closely with the Product Engineering and Technical teams, you'll develop a strong understanding of façade and roofing systems, their practical applications, and the engineering principles that drive their performance.
Key Responsibilities
Structural Design & Engineering Support
- Support the structural design of façade and roofing systems
- Carry out wind load calculations in accordance with relevant standards and codes
- Assist with design verification of fixings, brackets, rails and associated support components
- Develop a practical understanding of system applications, installation considerations and design limitations
- Produce engineering calculations and supporting technical documentation for project-specific applications
Thermal Performance Analysis
- Support thermal transmittance (U-value) calculations using calculation-based methods and 3D heat transfer modelling
- Use specialist software including HEAT3 and ANSYS
- Assist in assessing thermal performance and system compliance requirements
Façade Panel Structural Calculations
- Support structural assessment of façade panels, including fixing specification, stiffener design and spacing, and deflection and serviceability checks
- Assist with the interpretation and application of relevant standards and project requirements
Project & Technical Enquiry Support
- Provide technical support to internal departments, customers and project teams
- Handle technical documentation requests, product data sheets and technical drawings
- Offer system application guidance and resolve product/component compatibility queries
Professional Development
- Develop your understanding of façade and roofing system design, testing and certification
- Gain experience in engineering analysis software and industry standards
- Collaborate across Technical, Product Engineering and Commercial teams to support successful project delivery
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or a related Engineering discipline
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and organisational skills
- An interest in façade, roofing or building envelope systems
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desirable
- Familiarity with structural or thermal calculations
- Experience using engineering analysis or CAD software
- Placement year or industry experience within construction or manufacturing
- Understanding of Eurocodes or relevant design standards
Personal Attributes
- Motivated and willing to learn
- Practical and technically curious
- Strong attention to detail
- An organised and proactive approach to work
Benefits
- Bonus
- Working for a well-renowned market leader
- Pension scheme
- Holiday allowance
- Genuine career development within a specialist engineering environment
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
