Building Physicist II
To be considered for this position, please send resume to careers@islandef.com
For more than a decade, Island Exterior Fabricators (IEF) has operated as a privately owned practice specializing in the delivery of bespoke, high-performing prefabricated facade systems. Our 50-acre manufacturing campus is headquartered in Calverton, New York, and supported by design and engineering offices in Manhattan, Boston, and Hartford.
Our organization is fully self-sustained, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and facilities that enable us to deliver a high-quality product. Our production capabilities, installation network, and bonding capacity allow Island to complete large-scale, complex projects in a timely, efficient manner
Accountabilities:
· Review of project specifications at bid phase to ensure alignment to industry and company standards
· Become familiar with building codes in project jurisdictions. Plan and educate staff of changes to the energy requirement and their impact to projects
· Ensure project solutions meet or exceed applicable codes and standards, project specifications, and internal performance criteria
· Engage with project personnel across disciplines to specify required criteria
· Organize and lead project meetings as required
· Review material data sheets and specify project test criteria
· Participate in continuous improvement efforts. Develop templates and scripts to streamline process and analysis
· Coordinate with external design team (Architect, Consultant, & General Contractor) to ensure overall U-values align to back stop calculations
· Review and analyze project details for thermal shock and ensure all materials are within acceptable working temperatures. Coordinate with glass supplier as required
· Provide acoustic assessment of glazing assemblies and/or overall façade
· Conduct 3D thermal analysis as required for atypical conditions
Minimum Qualifications:
· B.S Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
· 5+ years of Curtain Wall/Facade experience
· NFRC Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year
· MS Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Window, Therm, Optics
· Familiar with Rhino, Grasshopper, Bisco, or Trisco preferred
· LEED AP BD + C preferred but not required
Salary Range: Based On Experience
Location: Boston MA/NYC/Hartford CT
Schedule: Hybrid
Benefits: 401(k) matching, AD&D insurance, Dental insurance, Family leave, Flexible schedule, Flexible spending account Gym membership, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Professional development assistance, Vision insurance
Island Exterior Fabricators is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages including: medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and voluntary life insurance, and 401(k) with match options.