Architectural Engineer (Building Science) Job

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: 11%-25% 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is “$105,000 to $130,000” per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

​What does it mean to work at Armstrong?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe. 
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. 
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Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is seeking an Architectural Engineer to join the Building Science team – a team dedicated to driving profitable growth opportunities by optimizing building performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort in the built environment.  This position involves close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to identify macro and industry trends impacting our business, define business opportunities in traditional and new markets, and develop solutions that align with AWI’s strategic growth priorities. The Principal Engineer will report directly to the Manager of Building Science.

 

Building Science: A multidisciplinary field that applies knowledge from various areas such as physics, chemistry, engineering, architecture, and the life sciences to create better indoor environmental quality, energy-efficient buildings, and occupant comfort and satisfaction. It involves understanding the physical behavior of buildings as systems and how this impacts energy efficiency, durability, comfort, and indoor air quality.

 

What’s in it for you!

• Be a trusted partner to the business
• Networking and Relationship Building
• Ability to be innovative and strategic
• Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role and beyond
• Collaboration and an open friendly team environment.

 

What you’ll do

1. Technical Expertise:
   • Conduct detailed analysis and evaluation of building systems, including HVAC, lighting, and controls, to optimize performance and energy efficiency
   • Perform energy modeling, simulations, and calculations to assess building performance and recommended improvements
   • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and customers to develop sustainable building designs that integrate architectural aesthetics with functional and efficient building systems
   • Research and stay current on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in building systems engineering and sustainable design
   • Provide technical expertise and guidance on building codes, standards, and regulations related to building systems and sustainability
2. Market Insights:
   • Engage with internal stakeholders and external partners to understand and define opportunities in the built environment
   • Provide data-driven market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities
   • Leverage market insights, customer feedback, and industry trends to influence solution development
3. Operating Plan:
   • Lead and/or support efforts in finding high-valued customer solutions with a focus on building system performance and its impact on the occupant
   • Prioritizes concepts, by attractiveness and relevance to AWI, that is inclusive of input from various internal and external sources
   • Effectively communicates with Sr Leaders on opportunities and investments including executive level summaries and presentations
4. Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability
   • Ensures compliance to Armstrong policies and regulatory standards
   • Leads by example in developing a mindset and culture of zero injuries based on risk assessment (ability to see risks) and risk tolerance (passion to remove risks)

 

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