At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative architectural systems and create detailed drawings using AutoCAD.
- Company: Join a dynamic Glasgow-based team focused on complex projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in architecture while developing your design skills.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years of experience in facades and strong AutoCAD skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join a growing Glasgow-based team delivering complex architectural systems projects. This role combines technical design expertise with commercial awareness, supporting projects from tender through to fabrication. You will develop practical design solutions, produce accurate drawings and prepare competitive, compliant quotations while working closely with clients, suppliers and internal fabrication teams.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design & Technical
- Preparing façade and shop drawings using AutoCAD
- Developing details for curtain walling, punched windows, fixed lights and door ironmongery
- Interpreting architectural and structural drawings to produce coordinated façade designs
- Applying façade principles including glass specification, wind and barrier loads, weathering, drainage and thermal performance
- Liaising with design office and fabrication teams to deliver buildable, practical solutions
- Supporting design approvals, revisions and technical submissions
- Estimating & Commercial
- Reviewing tender documents, drawings and specifications to determine scope
- Preparing detailed cost estimates and quotations for façade packages
- Carrying out material take-offs from drawings
- Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Identifying risks, assumptions, exclusions and opportunities for value engineering
- Preparing and submitting tender documentation to deadlines
- Assisting with project handover following successful tenders
Essential Requirements:
- 5-10 years experience in façades (design, estimating or combined roles)
- Strong background in steel façade systems (aluminium systems also considered)
- High proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to interpret architectural/structural drawings
- Good understanding of façade performance, loads, interfaces and waterproofing
- Strong numeracy, commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple live workloads
Preferred Experience:
- Exposure to Schüco UK systems and Jansen steel systems
- Experience with SchCal and/or LogiKal for design and pricing
- Strong Excel skills or similar estimating tools
- Experience with manufacturing and fabrication processes
- Familiarity with CWCT guidance, relevant BS/EN standards and UK Building Regulations relating to façades
Hours: Mon-Fri role 9am to 5pm
Salary: £45k-£55k (movement is possible on this range for the right candidate)
Please do not hesitate to call for a confidential chat with one of our experienced recruiters.
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