• UPB is one of the leading industrial groups in the Baltic States with a team of 2000+ people

  • Continuous development and growth is a part of our work culture

  • We work safely or we do not work at all

  • UPB core business is complex building construction

PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL LEAD - FACADES ENGINEERING

Work place

Aile grupa, Rīga, Liepāja vai Paņeveža

Duties

  • Concept design assessment
  • Assume technical leadership within the engineering team, overseeing all work within the technical domain and setting the standard for technical excellence and commercial success
  • Establish procedures and documentation for designing, material and system evaluation, technical reviews, and technical solution comparison
  • Research and development, including:
  • Actively scout for emerging technologies and innovations within and outside the construction industry that could enhance product development and design processes.
  • Explore and evaluate the feasibility of new materials that align with sustainable and innovative construction practices.
  • Analyse existing products for potential improvements and cost reductions.
  • Coordinate and oversee the design, development, prototyping, testing, initial production, and field support of new products.
  • Project team support and Project-specific design concept
  • Mentor fellow design team members, encompassing project engineers and designers, by offering support, coaching, and knowledge-sharing to empower them to independently select system components and principal details
  • Engage in Inter-Department Cooperation, collaborating with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
  • Facilitate Cross-Department Cooperation by addressing questions from departments such as Legal, Production, and Sales
  • Oversee engineers, specialists, and technicians in site investigations and field reviews of existing buildings
  • Independently perform design calculations in a specific area without supervision, such as fire safety, acoustics, structural stability, glass design, and thermal design
  • Conducting vendor factory inspections at facilities across Europe, with up to one inspection per month

Requirements

  • Master's degree in engineering or architecture, a Ph.D. in Façade Engineering or design is preferred
  • Proven track record with a completed façade portfolio showcasing medium to large-scale projects
  • Extensive experience in handling Commercial and Public Projects, including High Rises, Hospitals, Office Buildings, Municipal, and Healthcare/Medical centres
  • Demonstrated proficiency (ability to work independently with minimal supervision) in at least two of the following facade-related fields:
  • Structural analysis (experience in aluminum, steel, and glass structure design)
  • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis
  • Thermal analysis
  • Concept design
  • Complex geometry
  • Glazing and curtain walling design
  • Forensic analysis of defects
  • Visual programming
  • Specification authoring
  • Strong analytical skills for manual and software-assisted calculations, with the ability to quickly acquire new proficiencies
  • Efficient project collaboration capabilities, demonstrating the ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Adherence to deadlines with minimal supervision, coupled with the capability to perform effectively under pressure
  • Exceptional organizational skills for handling multiple project assignments concurrently
  • Aptitude for building trust and establishing productive working relationships with counterparts in various disciplines, whether co-located or working from different offices
  • Effective communication skills across technical writing, emails, and verbal interactions
  • Supportive, coaching mindset, with a commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration within the team

We offer

  • Remote work option and flexible working hours
  • Meaningful and appreciated work
  • Excellent technical support (software and hardware)
  • Opportunities for growth and learning budget
  • Monthly gross salary: 3800 EUR
  • Social benefits, health insurance and company events
  • Work-life balance

ABOUT THE COMPANY

 

AILE group is one of the leading producers of aluminium glazed structures in the Baltic States, with specialization in complex and innovative projects. We design, produce and deliver aluminium glazed structures all around Europe.  Our largest export markets are Scandinavian countries and the United Kingdom.

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