Graduate Building Performance Engineer

Want to shape the future of sustainable buildings while working with some of the most sought-after minds? Your expertise in energy efficiency and building performance could make you the perfect addition to our Middle East Buildings Environment team as a Building Performance Graduate Engineer.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. 

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary. 

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive. 

You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

Your key duties

We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic graduate who is passionate about building performance engineering and committed to net-zero carbon design. You’ll play a key role in shaping the design and operation of buildings for energy efficiency, human comfort, and well-being.

You will work alongside senior team members to design low-carbon building service solutions, using cutting-edge energy modeling and building simulation techniques. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting energy and carbon modeling using tools like IES-VE.
• Performing thermal comfort and façade optimization studies.
• Analyzing daylight, natural ventilation, passive cooling, and mixed-mode strategies.
• Assessing sustainability and environmental impact through LEED, WELL, Mostadam, Estidama, and Passivhaus frameworks.
• Supporting post-occupancy evaluations, operational energy modeling, and energy audits.
• Researching building technologies, data analytics, and climate resilience strategies.

Your skills and experience

• Experience with IES-VE and parametric modeling tools (Rhino, Grasshopper).
• Understanding of ASHRAE 90.1, CIBSE TM54, and NABERS-UK frameworks.
• Knowledge of building services, energy systems, and HVAC optimization.
• Passion for net-zero carbon strategies and building performance evaluation
• Engineering background in Building Services/MEP Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Design, Engineering Science, Environmental Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
• Strong report writing and interpersonal skills
• Communicate fluently and positively in clear English
• Quick, innovative problem-solving skills
• Collaborate to build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and contractors
• Promote a culture of added value and innovation
• Understand workplace and on-site Health and Safety

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with LEED, WELL, Mostadam, Estidama certifications.
• Experience with energy audits, ISO 50001, NABERS-UK, and building performance evaluation.
• Basic understanding of HVAC controls, metering, and system integration.
• Interest in coding, machine learning, and parametric modeling for energy efficiency.

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies. 
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Attractive salary and benefits package
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you 
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions  
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional. 

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday. Apply today and be a part of our legacy.  

A place for everyone 

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.   

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. 

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.