Facade Engineer

Maffeis Engineering is looking for a passionate 
Facade Engineer
 to join our growing London team in our newly designed office at 
150 Holborn
. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an international engineering practice known for delivering bold, innovative, and technically exceptional solutions.

At Maffeis, innovation isn't a slogan, it's our culture. Our global reputation is built on advanced research, state-of-the-art tools, and an unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries. From parametric design to generative optioneering, we are investing in the technologies and methods that shape the future of sustainable design. We collaborate closely with industry bodies and academic institutions to stay at the forefront of engineering thinking and environmental performance.

What sets us apart is the breadth of our perspective. Unlike traditional consultancies, we work across the entire value chain, with real estate developers, architects, contractors, specialist subcontractors, and fabricators. This gives our engineers the unique opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of buildings, materials, processes, and delivery. Joining us means developing deep expertise and a truly multidisciplinary mindset.

Our team of 330+ professionals, architects, civil, geotechnical, mechanical, facade and structural engineers, work seamlessly across disciplines to deliver some of the world's. Headquartered in Solagna (Italy), we operate globally with offices in London, Paris, Munich, Toronto, New York, Dallas, Milan, Hong Kong, Sydney, Johannesburg, Dubai, Alta, and Bucharest.

YOUR ROLE

As a key member of our London facade team, you will contribute to a diverse portfolio of challenging design projects, helping to deliver them on time, on budget, and to the highest technical standards. We're looking for someone with proven experience working on complex building envelopes and façade technologies, someone who is eager to deepen their understanding of how façades interact with structure, building physics, acoustics, MEP systems, and sustainability. A natural curiosity, a commitment to sustainable design, and a collaborative spirit are essential. If you're driven by innovation, excited by complexity, and ready to shape the future of façade engineering, we would love to hear from you.

KEY DUTIES

As a Facade Engineer, your key duties will include:

• Supporting Senior Facade Engineers in managing several major projects, monitoring project performance against timelines, resourcing and fees;
• Assisting in the design of facade systems, working with clients, architects and other engineering consultants to determine the best facade design outcomes;
• Contribute to managing team resources in conjunction with other overseas offices;
• Assisting in the production of deliverables coordinated with other parties;
• Contribute to internal R&D initiatives;
• Monitoring and reporting on project profitability.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A degree in engineering or architectural engineering;
• At least 2 years' experience in facade design and detailing from concept stage through execution;
• Good design and engineering skills and a collaborative approach;
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships;
• Good written and verbal communication skills, experience in preparing design reports, presentations, technical notes, factory and site visit reports;
• Good visual communication skills covering sketches, drawings and 3D modelling;
• Good working knowledge of BS/EN, CWCT and relevant international standards;
• Experience with off-site and on-site test methods to CWCT / AAMA;
• Preferably, chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (CIBSE, ICE, IStructE);
• Experience and proven ability in the process, technical and financial aspects of project management.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a Facade Engineer at Maffeis Engineering, you will receive:

• Compensation & Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, generous employer pension contribution, life insurance, group income protection;
• Health & Wellbeing: Private health insurance, health cash plan, discounted dental plan, business travel insurance;
• Lifestyle & Perks: Cycle to Work scheme, season ticket loan, retail and gym discounts;
• Holidays & Professional Support: 23 days' holiday + bank holidays, professional membership fees covered;
• A dynamic, fast-paced and stimulating work environment;
• Opportunities for personal and professional development;
• The chance to work on some of the world's most innovative and exciting facade and design projects;
• The opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the industry's most experienced and talented engineers;
• The chance to contribute to a low-carbon future through our commitment to sustainability and innovation;
• The chance to work with a committed and passionate team of engineers, engaged with industry bodies and academia to stay at the forefront of design thinking;