Junior Building Physics / Facade Consultant

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin

Lead the way in innovative façade design, creating sustainable and impactful building solutions for today and tomorrow.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As part of our global Façades team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-performance, aesthetically appealing, and durable building envelope solutions. We work closely with clients and architects to develop creative and sustainable designs that push the boundaries of innovation. Our team’s expertise spans from conceptual design to construction, ensuring the successful realization of some of the world’s most iconic projects.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy, working on some of the most exciting and challenging projects both in Ireland and abroad. As a Building Physics / Façade Consultant at Arup, you will :

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to develop innovative façade design solutions, from concept to detailed design and construction.
• Be part of the design and specification of high-quality façades, ensuring they meet with the anticipated performance requirements.
• You will be committed to developing your skills in Building Physics, working on complex thermal assessments (2D, 3D, static, dynamic), solar analysis, dynamic energy modelling, parametric analysis to develop the design of highly efficient building envelopes and maximise the opportunities for passive control of the internal environment on new and existing buildings.
• You will also carry out Life Cycle Assessments of different typologies of building envelopes.
• Contribute to the development of new façade technologies and sustainable design approaches, helping Arup continue to lead in this field.
• Creating reports for clients summarising façade energy performance and sustainability issues and strategically advising on best outcomes, taking into account the impact of the potential interventions on the whole building respecting the context in which the client operates.
• Developing systems and concepts for a sustainable approach to façade engineering design
• Working directly with our clients, building owners and Managers, Architects, contractors and supply chain.
• Liaising with other engineering-discipline groups on inspection and design issues.
• Producing drawings, reports, specifications and correspondence.
• Reviewing technical submissions for compliance with design intent.
• Receiving support from our senior team members.
• Receiving training to develop your knowledge and skills.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone who is passionate about innovative façade design and sustainable building solutions. These are the essential skills and qualifications for the position :

We also value :

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you :

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

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