The Role
Performs wind engineering analysis, consulting, and oversight for buildings, façades, long-span bridges, solar arrays, and other structures. Responsibilities include aerodynamic and aeroelastic analysis, wind loading assessment, pedestrian wind comfort studies, experimental and computational modeling, technical report preparation, project delivery, and client collaboration. The role supports marketing and business development while working under team leadership with opportunities for independent engineering judgment.
Summary Generated by Built In
RWDI are seeking a dynamic individual to join our Wind Engineering Team as an Junior Engineer/Scientist with experience and/or understanding of wind loading of structures, long-span bridges, and solar aerodynamics, and/or wind-induced microclimate effects.
The successful candidate would join our India office.
Key Responsibilities
This role may include , but is not limited to:
Analysis, consulting, and oversight in the following areas:
Aerodynamics and wind response of long and flexible aeroelastic structures (e.g., long-span bridges and solar arrays).
Wind loading on buildings, building elements, building façade, and other special structures including solar arrays.
Wind loading on buildings, building elements, building façade, and other special structures including solar arrays.
Pedestrian Wind Comfort
Solving challenging engineering problems related to one or more of the above areas in consultation with engineering, architectural and industrial clients.
Preparation, review, and sealing of final work product as appropriate.
Support for project delivery, marketing, and business development.
Working under the general supervision of a Team Leader and collaborating with Practice Area Leaders with considerable latitude and encouragement for the exercise of independent judgment.
Support for project delivery, marketing, and business development.
Working under the general supervision of a Team Leader and collaborating with Practice Area Leaders with considerable latitude and encouragement for the exercise of independent judgment.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Minimum of master’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Knowledge and experience of bluff body aerodynamics
Knowledge of structural dynamics and structural loading
Knowledge of structural dynamics and structural loading
Experience with experimental methods (e.g., wind tunnel, water flume, instrumentation, etc.).
Experience with experimental methods as well as numerical/computational methods (e.g., CFD, machine learning, etc.) is an asset.
Knowledge of the design of structures and/or knowledge and application of wind and snow sections of building codes (i.e., NBCC, ASCE-7) is an asset.
Experience with scientific computing/data science (e.g. Excel/VBA, Python, Octave, Matlab, C/C++, Fortran, etc.) and LaTex is an asset.
An aptitude for practical problem solving and proven ability to successfully meet deadlines.
Job Benefits
- An opportunity to work with highly experienced Industry Leaders
- A variety of long-term growth and development opportunities as well as ongoing training, support and guidance
- Employee Assistance Program and Health and well-being initiatives
- Flexible work arrangements
About
RWDI is a leading climate and performance engineering firm that has been helping clients tackle complex engineering challenges in the built environment for more than 50 years. With deep technical expertise, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects — enhancing performance, resiliency, and efficiency. Our extensive technical services span every project stage to help maximize performance while minimizing environmental impact. With a team of more than 800 engineers, scientists, and sustainability specialists in more than 30 offices across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, we’re a truly global company. For more information, visit rwdi.com and connect on LinkedIn.
Skills Required
- Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- Knowledge and experience of bluff body aerodynamics
- Knowledge of structural dynamics and structural loading
- Experience with experimental methods such as wind tunnel testing, water flume testing, or instrumentation
- Aptitude for practical problem solving
- Proven ability to successfully meet deadlines
- Experience with numerical or computational methods such as CFD or machine learning
- Knowledge of structure design and application of wind and snow building-code provisions, including NBCC or ASCE-7
- Experience with scientific computing or data science using Excel/VBA, Python, Octave, MATLAB, C/C++, or Fortran
- Experience with LaTeX
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The Company
What We Do
RWDI is a leading global climate and performance engineering consulting firm dedicated to creating harmony between the built and natural world, specializing in wind engineering, sustainability, air quality, and environmental modeling.
