Building Performance Engineer

An established and growing engineering consultancy is looking to expand it's energy and sustainability offering and recruit a Building Performance Engineer to join its Glasgow team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, helping to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient buildings from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in building performance analysis, supporting design teams with energy modelling, thermal comfort assessments, and sustainability strategies to help meet regulatory requirements and achieve low-carbon design objectives.

Key Responsibilities

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• Carry out dynamic thermal modelling using industry-standard software.
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• Produce energy and building performance assessments to support planning and compliance.
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• Undertake overheating, daylight, and thermal comfort analyses.
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• Support the delivery of net zero and low-carbon design strategies.
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• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and sustainability engineers throughout project lifecycles.
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• Prepare clear technical reports and communicate findings to project teams and clients.
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• Keep up to date with UK building regulations, energy standards, and best practice guidance.
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About You

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• Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
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• Experience in building performance modelling within a consultancy environment.
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• Proficient with software such as IES VE, DesignBuilder, or equivalent modelling tools.
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• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations, Part L, TM52, TM54, TM59, and energy compliance methodologies.
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
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What's on Offer

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• Competitive salary based on experience.
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• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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• Ongoing professional development and training.
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• Support towards professional accreditation where applicable.
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• Opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable building projects across the UK.
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• Friendly, collaborative working environment with clear opportunities for career progression.
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• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, annual leave, and additional employee benefits.
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