AtkinsRéalis Building Design Practice are committed to delivering projects in the built environment that improve the quality of life for those people who live, work, and play within them. In support of this, we have a dedicated multi-disciplinary research & innovation (R&I) team (including design researchers, environmental analysts, data scientists and digital developers), introducing a range of complementary skills to traditional design and engineering professionals.
We are currently growing this team and have an opportunity for an Assistant Environmental Design Researcher who can support design teams in applied research activities as well as delivering dedicated research initiatives across a broad range of topics.
The ideal candidate for this role is passionate to explore and better understand the relationship between people and the built environment and create better places for people through the application of evidence based and human-centred design. We’re keen to find a candidate who is naturally inquisitive and shares our passion that good design can positively impact people’s lives.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with colleagues in our multi-disciplinary Research & Innovation team (including design researchers, architects, engineers, data scientists and software developers) to develop practical and applicable solutions to design challenges across a range of sectors.
- Work with colleagues within Research & Innovation and project design teams to assess and integrate environmental concepts (e.g. health & wellbeing, thermal comfort, energy efficient/low carbon solutions, LCA).
- Present applied research and analysis, environmental design strategies to different stakeholders in accessible formats.
- Use of environmental simulation tools, devise methodologies for analysis and visualisation of specific environmental design problems.
- Understanding of various Environmental Assessment procedures (BREEAM, LEED, LETI etc), preferable to be certified in one.
Skills & experience
- Undergraduate degree in an Architectural or Engineering related field and/or master’s degree in environmental design or equivalent relevant experience.
- Strong skills in architectural design and/or good knowledge of building physics
- Knowledge and understanding of bioclimatic, low-energy and passive design of buildings.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team constituting a range of discipline specialists and delivery teams.
- Ability to deliver on time, responding to client/project deadlines and prioritising deliverables.
- Demonstrating passion for environmental design and a keenness to be ahead of the competition.
- Inquisitive and motivated to stay up to date with relevant industry trends as well as testing and experimenting with new technologies and methodologies.
Software knowledge
- Experience/proficient with environmental analysis software (e.g., DesignBuilder, Envi-met, WinAir, Flow Design, Rayman Pro, Diva for Rhino, Radiance, Tas EDSL, IES, SimScale)
- Good knowledge of Rhino, Grasshopper.
- Experience in environmental grasshopper plugins such as Ladybug, Honeybee and others
- Ability to code, preferably in Python.
- Experience in standard GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and PowerPoint to communicate ideas.
- Experience in analysis of various environmental data (e.g., climate, weather, simulation, sensor, and urban data)
What we offer?
AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.
As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 ‘till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.
Rewards and benefits
We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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Training
AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.
Additional information
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.