Building Physics Engineer in Edinburgh

As a Building Physics Engineer at RYBKA, you will analyse and optimise building performance during all design stages, supporting the mechanical and electrical services design through advanced energy modelling to create sustainable solutions. Collaboration will be key to ensuring that projects fully meet the client's requirements and that projects are delivered within budget and on programme.

Working Conditions: 37.5 contractual hours per week, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9am‐5.30pm on a hybrid working model typically consisting of 3 days office and 2 days home working. The role can be based from our Edinburgh or Glasgow RYBKA offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist building physics lead with tasks as required for project delivery, to include:

• Using IES Virtual Environment software for:

• 3D model creation.
• Suncast (Solar Shading), Daylight & Sunlight analysis.
• Conceptual Energy Analysis.
• Operational in-use energy analysis (TM54).
• Building Reg Energy Compliance – Part L & Section 6.
• Thermal Comfort Analysis - TM52 & TM59.
• Future Climate Analysis.
• Airflow Ventilation Analysis.
• Breathing Buildings modelling.
• HVAC sizing through analysis.
• LZCT feasibility studies.

What we're looking for:

• Graduate qualification in engineering and/or other relevant degree.
• An understanding of IES ApacheHVAC is essential.
• Experience with or enthusiasm for Python automation and AI tools to enhance building simulation workflows and data processing efficiency is essential.
• Experience of a range of construction projects.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of operating in an ISO9001 Quality Management System.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Competence in report writing.
• Good presentation skills.
• Knowledge of building physics.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and low carbon design.
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering systems.
• Knowledge of embodied and whole life carbon.
• Appreciation and experience of the Technical Standards and relevant British Standards.
• Knowledge of Planning legislative requirements.

What it's in for you:

• Competitive salary.
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles).
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant).
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary.
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme.
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity.
• Bike2work scheme.
• Long Service Awards.
• Developing our people is important to us – we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.

RYBKA, part of the BRUSH Group, is a multi-disciplined engineering consultancy practice that specialise in mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) projects in the built environment. With offices based across Scotland, RYBKA are recognised for their environmentally friendly projects and cost-effective engineering which has led to them being awarded multiple Scottish Design Awards. With a proven track record of delivering projects across the UK since 1930, RYBKA specialises in transport, hospitality, healthcare, education, commercial and defence. Key projects include – Dunfermline Learning Campus, East Lothian Community Hospital, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Edinburgh Airport Terminal Expansion and Village Hotels.