Junior Engineer- Micro-climate

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Junior Engineer- Micro-climate
Trivandrum, IND

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Junior Microclimate Engineer
Trivandrum, India
RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what's possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.

We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle. Here's what this looks like:

• You push the boundaries of what's possible.
• People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments.
• You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone.

If this sounds like you and you're ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renowned technical and exceptionally innovative colleagues, RWDI is the place for you.

Position Overview
RWDI is seeking a Microclimate Engineer to join the team based in our Trivandrum office. In the Microclimate team, we study how our built environment impacts the local microclimate, and how we can ensure we design and build cities that are safe, comfortable and resilient. Environmental factors such as wind, sun, temperature and snow are considered when conducting these studies.

This is an entry to early-career level role that includes but is not limited to
:

• Managing internal and external stakeholders to plan and coordinate all technical aspects of assigned projects, including the use of desk-based estimation tools, computational wind engineering, and/or wind tunnel testing.
• Working under the guidance of senior staff with considerable latitude for exercising independent judgement.
• Conducting fluid flow modelling, wind tunnel testing, data collection, analysis, post-processing, interpretation, and documentation of engineering results.
• Writing technical project reports that present the methodology, results and recommendations.
• Advising engineers and architects on wind-related design challenges and effectively communicating complex concepts to non-technical clients.
• Ensuring technical quality and accuracy through appropriate QA/QC processes.

Please Apply If You Have

• A Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Environmental/Architectural, Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural/Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• An understanding of the fundamental physics of fluid flow and knowledge of wind engineering with an enthusiastic interest in aspects of building design related to microclimate issues and building science.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing detailed technical reports.
• Working understanding of architectural, structural and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment, managing multiple tasks and projects, and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities, exceptional coordination and consultation skills.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:

• Wind tunnel testing/CFD experience.
• Familiarity with urban or atmospheric aerodynamics through industry or coursework.
• Up to 2yrs experience in a fast-paced environmental consultancy or related field.
• Advanced level Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• Programming/scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, C#, VBA, C++).
• Experience using CAD software packages.
• Previous internship, industrial placement or other professional work experience.

Qualifications
If you possess 80% of the qualifications listed, please apply since you may have additional skills that would align well with this role. Please submit your cover letter and resume at the following link:

What We Can Offer You

• 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 and hybrid working available.
• Salary range (annual): INR 370,400 – INR 500,000.
• Health benefits.
• Proactive and ongoing training, education.
• Fitness Spending Account.
• Diverse career paths and ample opportunities for advancement.

At RWDI, we are passionate about shaping sustainable and resilient urban environments. Join a collaborative team of experts where your work will have a tangible impact on the cities of tomorrow. If you're interested in learning more about our company culture, please visit our LinkedIn Life Page.

RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Thank you in advance for your application.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that sample assignments may be required as part of the recruitment process and will be discussed with short-listed candidates.