Thornton Tomasetti · 1 day ago
Building Envelope Project Engineer
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges, and they are seeking a Project Engineer to join their Façade Practice. This role involves engineering and detailing of façade and building envelope systems, conducting analyses, and coordinating project work with various stakeholders.
Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform building envelope analyses using specialized software (e.g., structural loading/deflections, thermal analysis, condensation risk, geometry)
Research materials and systems to evaluate project suitability and interpret building codes, design documents, and specifications
Prepare and review engineering calculation packages for façade/building envelope systems and develop detailing in both 2D and 3D formats for clear client communication
Support construction administration, including responding to RFIs, managing submittals, attending construction meetings, performing site inspections, and preparing field reports
Coordinate project work with internal and external stakeholders—design architects, structural engineers, conservators, testing labs, owners/representatives, contractors, and other Thornton Tomasetti offices
Support team leadership by facilitating clear communication, contributing to guidance for project teams, and fostering strong professional relationships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, structural focus
5+ years of experience, preferrable with engineering of façade systems
Direct knowledge of building envelope systems, including roofing and waterproofing, glazing assemblies, and claddings and experience with large-scale projects
Proficiency in Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, and analysis tools (STRAND, Mepla, etc.)
Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally
Preferred
Master's degree
Professional Engineer and/or SE License
Experience with Sketchup, Rhino/Grasshopper, Python, THERM, WUFI
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Transit (where available)
401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
Fitness Reimbursement
And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
Company
Thornton Tomasetti
Thornton Tomasetti is a consulting firm specialized in engineering design, investigation, and analysis services.
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