Façade Design Engineer / Façade Designer | Specialist Façade Contractor | Remote-First: One Day a Fortnight in the North London Office | Up to £95,000 + Package
This role is remote-first. You'll only be in the office one day every two weeks.
A well-established specialist façade contractor is looking for a Façade Design Engineer to join its design team, with genuine flexibility built into how you work.
You'll work from home almost all the time and come into the North London office just once a fortnight. That gives you the work-life balance most design roles can't offer, without stepping away from top-tier projects.
The business delivers high-quality building envelope packages for leading Tier 1 main contractors on prestigious commercial, residential and mixed-use schemes. These are technically demanding façades on buildings people notice, and the design team is central to everything the business does.
Salary is based on the value and experience you bring. There's real flexibility, up to £95,000, for the right person.
The role
Developing façade designs from tender and concept stage through to construction
Designing curtain walling, unitised and stick systems, rainscreen cladding, glazing and associated interfaces
Producing and checking design, fabrication and installation drawings
Preparing or overseeing structural, thermal and performance calculations
Coordinating with architects, structural engineers, main contractors and the wider design team
Resolving interfaces with the frame, roofing, M&E and adjoining packages
Making sure designs meet the Building Regulations, fire safety requirements and Building Safety Act obligations
Managing design programmes, RFIs, technical submittals and approvals
Supporting testing, mock-ups, procurement and site teams through delivery
At senior level, mentoring and checking the work of junior designersWhat you'll need
Façade design experience is essential. This could come from a specialist façade contractor, a system supplier or a façade consultancy.
A stable CV is essential. You'll need to show solid tenure and commitment with previous employers.
A strong technical knowledge of curtain walling, unitised systems, rainscreen and glazing
A good understanding of fire, thermal, acoustic and weathertightness performance
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit; Inventor or other 3D modelling experience is an advantage
Experience coordinating with architects and Tier 1 main contractors on large or complex schemes
The self-discipline to work productively from home
Able to reach North London once a fortnight
A degree or HNC in a relevant engineering or architectural disciplineThe package
Up to £95,000, depending on experience and the value you bring
Remote-first working, with only one office day every two weeks
Car or car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare and holiday
Ongoing professional development and clear progressionApply
If you're a façade designer who wants landmark projects and real flexibility, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation
