Assistant Engineer - Building Physics and Energy Modelling

Assistant Engineer, Buildings Physics- A&C, REC

Company Description

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Ramboll in India

Ramboll has more than 1,800+ experts working across five offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

Job Description

Job Overview

To deliver best practice in building physics and performance modelling throughout the business, we are now looking for an fresher or experienced and enthusiastic Building Physicist to join our dynamic Building Performance India team and contribute to our energy modelling work within the Building Advisory & Consultancy Service line across the UK.

At Ramboll, we passionately believe that building physics and building performance modelling is an integrated part of the building services design process, offering a blend of strategic planning, technical innovation, and consultancy expertise.
We have an ever-increasing portfolio of clients looking to better understand how to make the most of their buildings throughout design and operation. We offer a highly supportive environment in which you can develop and grow in your role. For the right candidate there is the opportunity to progress rapidly, with increasing management and mentoring responsibilities.
We are looking for a young, talented, enthusiastic individual with experience of geometry building in IES, Heat load calculations , compliance with Part L and other relevant regulations at all RIBA stages through proficient usage of IES and SAP software and delivering autonomous project work to support the team.

Inviting bright minds
Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.
Our Building Performance team across the UK have a strong focus on technical delivery and an excellent
understanding of client care, focused on Low and Net Zero Carbon building design. You will be an
important part of a close-knit team working on a wide variety of projects across the UK and internationally.
We have a supporting and collaborative culture and enjoy what we do! We are looking for like-minded
and personable people who have a focus on innovative design and believe that the future of our industry
lies in working smarter, not harder.

Key attributes and responsibilities
• Carry out dynamic thermal and energy modelling in IES-VE to evaluate energy use, internal
conditions and compliance with UK regulations and standards.
• Perform overheating risk assessments and adaptive thermal comfort analysis using CIBSE
TM52/TM59, ASHRAE or equivalent methodologies
• Produce airtightness and thermal bridge advice, support U-value and psi-value calculations, and
input to SAP/SBEM where required
• Conduct daylighting and glare analysis and advise on façade and shading strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, design guidance, compliance documentation and client presentations.

• Demonstrate an awareness of the financial implications of delivering projects in a timely manner
and ensure clear communication regarding ongoing project status
• Be able to work autonomously using your own initiative, demonstrate good attention to detail
and show pride in the work produced whilst ensuring the same mentality is encouraged
throughout the team
• Have a good knowledge of passive design, LZC technologies and various ‘net zero’ standards,
and use this to influence all aspects of building design
• Have a keen interest in or experience using digital and parametric design tools, coding, working
in Rhino/Grasshopper, understanding relevant programming languages and a desire to further
digital innovation.

Qualifications

Your starting point for constant growth
From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:
• A degree in Building Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field
• At least 1-3 years’ experience working as a professional in a similar UK based role
• Have proven experience in delivering all aspects of building physics, including building energy modelling and compliance analysis using IES and SAP
• Strong practical knowledge of UK building regulations and guidance (Part L, F, B, Building Regulations compliance procedures), CIBSE guides and TM52/TM59.
• Proficiency with one or more dynamic simulation tools i.e. IES-VE, and familiarity with daylighting tools (Radiance, DIALux) and modelling workflows.
• Good understanding of HVAC systems, controls, and renewable technologies and how they affect building performance.

Additional Information

Welcome to our Buildings division
As one of the Top 10 building designers in the world, Ramboll works on more than 10,000 building projects each year. 4,000 experts across the world specialise in creating more innovative, sustainable and liveable buildings. We place particular emphasis on our liveable buildings concept where we balance the cultural, social and physical values of buildings, to improve the quality of life for building users.

Ramboll in the United Kingdom
Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has 1,500 bright minds working across 17 offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health and Energy. We love seeing our talents develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive.

How to apply
Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start.
We look forward to receiving your application.