Job Overview & Organization Mission

Engineer innovative building envelopes, custom unitized curtain walls, and energy-efficient architectural facades.

Inhabit is looking for an experienced Senior Facade Engineer in Sydney. You will provide specialized engineering consultancy on complex curtain walls, glazed roofs, and kinetic facades for prestige commercial and high-density residential towers across Australasia.

As a key member of the team at Inhabit (an Egis company) in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Perform structural: Perform structural calculations for aluminium framing, structural silicone, and glass panels under wind and seismic loads.
• Conduct thermal: Conduct thermal modeling and 2D condensation risk assessments using THERM and WINDOW software.
• Review facade: Review facade shop drawings, factory quality audits, and witness laboratory prototype testing.
• Provide forensic: Provide forensic assessments and remediation design for non-compliant composite cladding.
• Collaborate closely: Collaborate closely with Tier-1 architects to realize bold geometric facade aesthetics.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Inhabit (an Egis company), candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Structural or Mechanical Engineering & CPEng.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Degree in Structural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years specialized experience in facade engineering within Australia.
• Deep understanding of AS 1288 (Glass in buildings) and AS/NZS 4284 (Testing of building facades).
• CPEng or eligible for chartered registration.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Inhabit (an Egis company), we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$135,000 – AU$170,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Salary $135,000 – $170,000 + super.
• Work on iconic architectural landmarks across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
• Dynamic boutique consultancy culture backed by global engineering giant Egis.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Inhabit (an Egis company)

Inhabit is a specialist engineering consultancy providing facade, building physics, acoustic, and lighting design services globally.

Inhabit (an Egis company) is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Inhabit (an Egis company) careers gateway.