Facades Engineering Intern

 

Description:

  • Give structure to facades concepts / ideas – sketching, reports, sketchbooks, spreadsheets, and analyses for discussion with Architects and Clients.
  • Engage teams of architects and engineers focused on the 3D modeling (geometrical and detailing) of complex facades.
  • Carry out structural, thermal, and solar modeling of building enclosure details and systems
  • Utilize advanced analysis programs and techniques (finite element) to understand building envelope physics and façade design
  • Undertake engineering façade calculations with various materials, including structural glass, aluminum, stainless steel, wood, stone, and precast concrete
  • Produce details and drawings using various 2-D and 3-D CAD and graphics packages
  • Perform technical reviews of shop drawings and construction administration submittals to ensure air, water, thermal, seismic, acoustic, and structural performance.
  • Interpret specifications and design documents and write reports summarizing conditions.
  • Carry out mock-up, factory and field inspections and investigations.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Architecture, or related Science discipline
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Core interest in the façade industry with emphasis on detailing and engineering
  • Good sketching skills and an ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible and visual way
  • Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Preferred:

  • Pursuing Master’s degree with emphasis on architecture and engineering
  • Coursework in façade engineering / building envelope physics / energy/thermal modeling skills
  • Structural software skills, AutoCAD skills, 3D modeling skills (Rhino, Revit, etc.)
  • Internship experience with a design firm
  • FE/EIT certification
  • Membership in ASHRAE, ASME, ASCE, or Society of Facade Engineering

Organization Arup
Industry Engineering Jobs
Occupational Category Facades Engineering Intern
Job Location Toronto,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Internship
Gender No Preference
Career Level Entry Level
Experience Fresh
Posted at 2022-09-10 3:48 pm
Expires on Expired