Façade Engineer at Architecture49 in Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

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A little more about your role

We are looking for a Façade Engineer to join our Property & Buildings Structures team in Midrand. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, engineering, documentation, and construction support of building envelope systems, ensuring façade solutions are safe, durable, energy-efficient, and compliant with project requirements.

You will act as a key interface between architects, engineers, and construction teams, translating design intent into practical, buildable façade solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-impact building projects, contributing to innovative façade designs within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

You will

• Develop façade concepts aligned with architectural intent and project requirements
• Perform structural analysis of façade systems, including wind loads, seismic effects, and thermal movement
• Design façade systems including curtain walls, cladding systems, and glazing
• Evaluate façade performance across thermal, acoustic, fire, and weatherproofing requirements
• Select appropriate materials considering durability, sustainability, and constructability
• Coordinate façade design with architects, structural, and MEP engineers
• Prepare detailed drawings, calculations, and technical specifications
• Support tender processes, including reviewing contractor submissions
• Provide construction support, including site inspections and resolving technical issues
• Define and review façade testing requirements including mock-ups and performance testing
• Identify and mitigate risks such as water ingress and detailing defects

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering
• 3–8 years’ experience in façade or building envelope engineering
• Experience on commercial, industrial, or mixed-use building projects
• Knowledge of façade materials such as glass, aluminium, steel, and composites
• Understanding of building physics (thermal, moisture, acoustic performance)
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and structural analysis tools
• Knowledge of façade performance standards and wind loading codes
• Strong coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

Don’t quite meet all the criteria?

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What’s in it for you?

What if we can have a work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are?

Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be that our families, our friends, or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring

Inclusion and Diversity

Here at WSP we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, and actively encourage candidates from designated groups, including black people, women, and persons with disabilities, to apply. As part of our commitment to transformation and equity, we will give due consideration to affirmative action measures where applicable.

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