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Energy & Sustainability Engineer (Building Services)

Wsp

The Role

Overview

Develop and deliver energy strategies, modeling, and sustainability certifications for buildings.

Key Responsibilities

  • thermal modelling
  • load assessment
  • energy statements
  • sustainability certification
  • carbon assessment
  • regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of sustainability deliverables. -Prepare Energy & Sustainability Statements to support planning submissions, coordinating input from multidisciplinary teams. This will include coordination and managing energy / sustainability contributions from different stakeholders. -Collaborate with clients and design teams to produce accurate reports and identify opportunities to enhance building energy performance. -Prepare reports and presentations on modelling results and design solutions -Develop and deliver energy strategies aligned with project goals and client expectations. -You will work closely with likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging projects. -Contribute to BREEAM, WELL, LEED, NABERS, and other sustainability certifications. -Undertake steady-state heating and cooling load assessments -Stay current with industry trends, software developments, and best practices in energy modelling. -Contribute to Whole Life Carbon assessments and Lifecycle Analysis. -Attend site visits and surveys as required -Conduct dynamic thermal modelling (IES VE), including: Part L compliance Thermal Comfort analysis (TM52/TM59) Operational energy (CIBSE TM54) Daylight studies -Interpret and apply current and emerging UK sustainability legislation and guidance (e.g. Building Regulations, local planning policies, Net Zero policies).

Requirements

  • ies ve
  • grasshopper
  • chartered
  • degree
  • part l
  • thermal modelling

What You Bring

-Experience in dynamic thermal modelling (ideally using IES VE and/or Grasshopper/Ladybug). -An understanding of industry guidance documents including CIBSE TM52, TM59, etc. -Membership of a related professional institution and on the way or already “chartered” either engineer, scientist or environmentalist. -Can demonstrate a knowledge for low-carbon, energy-efficient design; background in Building Physics and passive design. -An understanding of UK building regulations (Part L/Section 6, and Part O) -Analytical, data interpretation, and problem-solving skills. -Experience with Part L and/or Section 6 compliance for domestic and non-domestic buildings. -Thermal Comfort analysis (TM52/TM59) -Operational energy (CIBSE TM54) -Daylight studies -Have an ability to report, present and communicate technical detail graphically and effectively. -Degree in Mechanical, Building Services, or Sustainability Engineering

Benefits

-We care about individuals and their progress and offer the most fulfilling career development for our professionals.

The Company

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Sector Specialisms

Waste Management and Landfill

Water & Wastewater Tunnels

Water and Wastewater Treatment

Water Supply and Distribution

Parks and Open Spaces

Rail and Transit Advisory

Rail Design

Rail Electrification

Rail Planning

Refurbishment and Retrofit

Risk and Resilience for Bridges and Civil Structures

Stormwater and Flood Risk Management

Structural Engineering for Healthcare

Sustainability and ESG Solutions

Sustainable Building Consulting

Sustainable Design for Healthcare

Tailings & Mine Waste Management

Train Control Systems

Tunnel Seismic and Earthquake Engineering

Tunnel Structural Engineering

Waste and Resources Sector (including thermal treatment, biomass energy, carbon capture, materials recovery facilities, organic waste treatment, advanced conversion, waste transfer facilities, landfill management)

Healthcare Strategy and Planning

Property Consultancy

Cost Management

Project and Programme Management

Life Sciences Strategy