Sustainability Engineer

The Team

Cundall’s sustainability & building physics team is at the heart of the built environment’s response to the climate and ecological emergencies. Collaborating with organisation like the World and UK Green Building Council to create a better, healthier more sustainable built environment, utilising the UN Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs).

Cundall is a One Planet Company and we are committed to pushing beyond standard compliance and solutions on every project we deliver. We pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative, sustainable and energy efficient solutions, that minimise the use of natural resources.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and motivated engineer/consultant to join our team in Dublin, to work on some of the most exciting sustainable design projects in Europe, UK and around the world.

Working under the guidance and supervision of more experienced staff, you will develop your existing knowledge and skills in energy modelling, and assist with the development of energy and sustainability strategies for new build and existing buildings. Over time you will be supported and encouraged to work towards Chartership, through one of our accredited training schemes.

The role will include supporting and developing some of our key work streams:

• Energy Modelling in IES
• Experienced in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Modelling,
• Experienced in Part L / NZEB Compliance and the modelling of the same within IES and SBEM NCM
• Design for performance, predictive energy modelling and operational energy assessments (CIBSE TM54 and DfP)
• Planning and Building Regulations
• Bespoke sustainability services

You will be expected to support Cundall’s One Planet Living aspirations.

The Skills

Educated to Degree level in Engineering and having gained relevant practical experience in a similar role, you have demonstrable knowledge and experience of building physics, particularly in relation to heat transfer, energy, comfort criteria, CIBSE Guidance and other industry standards.  Additionally a knowledge to simulating daylighting will be beneficial.

An in-depth knowledge of dynamic simulation software and the Irish Building Regulations, including a complete understanding of the National Calculation Methodology is fundamental, as is a good understanding of mechanical design.

An appreciation of coding or a modern programming language is a benefit.

Given the collaborative and client focussed nature of this role, effective communication skills and some experience of using your initiative to overcome challenges are essential.

Job Description

Why Join Cundall?

Valuing Diversity

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.

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