Senior / Principal Building Physics - Architectural Consultancy

Eden Brown; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job description

Senior / Principal Building Physics Engineer
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £65k

Are you passionate about delivering low-energy, high-performance buildings? A leading global architectural, engineering, and construction consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Building Physics Engineer to join its London team, supporting projects across Europe, the USA, and Asia.

You'll play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of thermal and energy modelling strategies for commercial interiors and complex buildings. With a strong background in building physics, energy modelling, and sustainable design, you'll collaborate with architects, engineers, and sustainability consultants to develop data-driven design solutions that support Net Zero ambitions and industry-leading performance.

What you'll be doing:

1. Deliver advanced energy and thermal simulations using IES-VE, EnergyPlus, or DesignBuilder
2. Apply UK and international standards including Part L, TM54, TM52, TM59, ASHRAE 90.1, and LEED/BREEAM guidelines
3. Lead operational energy modelling, overheating analysis, thermal comfort, and passive design assessments
4. Conduct feasibility studies, Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), and renewable energy simulations
5. Support carbon footprinting and Net Zero carbon strategies
6. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the team
7. Present energy strategies and modelling outcomes clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

About You:

1. 8+ years' experience in energy modelling, building physics, and thermal analysis
2. Expertise with tools such as IES-VE, DesignBuilder, Rhino + Grasshopper (Ladybug/Honeybee); CFD experience is a bonus
3. Strong understanding of passive design, building envelope optimisation, and operational performance
4. Confident communicator with experience leading project workstreams and mentoring junior team members
5. Professional certifications such as LEED AP, WELL AP, CIBSE LCC or working towards Chartership are highly desirable

Why Join?

1. Work on global, high-impact projects that prioritise health, performance, and sustainability
2. Be part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team of experts
3. Enjoy hybrid working and support for your career development
4. Engage with innovative solutions through cutting-edge Living Labs initiative

Whether you're working in larger corporate companies or a small SME, this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below; we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.