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Autodesk is seeking a Building Engineering Strategist to join the AEC Design Strategy team, supporting the Building Engineering business across EMEA, encompassing both MEP systems and Structural engineering.

Position overview

Are you a Building Engineering professional with strong business insight and a passion for shaping the future of the industry?

This role calls for a thoughtful, collaborative professional who is comfortable working through complexity, exploring growth opportunities, and supporting meaningful progress. You will help shape the long-term industry vision, assess market opportunities, and guide initiatives that bring Autodesk's next-generation platforms into core building engineering workflows. This includes contributing to thought leadership, market understanding, business strategy, and partnership development.

You are an organized and imaginative thinker, proactive in your approach, and a supportive collaborator who enjoys working in a dynamic, global environment. You will partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Marketing, and Industry Business teams to co-create and implement strategies that connect with customers and strengthen Autodesk's presence in Building Engineering.

You will also represent Autodesk through customer councils, executive engagements, and industry forums across diverse regional markets and regulatory environments.

We support hybrid working with no minimum office days, and you will report to the Director, Infrastructure Industry & Business Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support the strategic GTM plan (short and long-term) for Building Engineering (MEP + Structures) across EMEA
• Partner with Industry Strategy peers to shape the broader AEC strategy and contribute to shared initiatives
• Conduct market research and analysis, bringing together customer feedback and industry trends across MEP systems and Structural engineering
• Collaborate with Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to align on growth strategies, including GTM approaches for new products and platforms
• Share insights and strategic recommendations with leadership, including Strategic Plans and Opportunity Proposals
• Build relationships with customers and industry stakeholders through executive briefings, customer councils, industry events, working groups, and media engagements
• Support strategic partnerships and contribute to M&A strategy and execution aligned with Building Engineering priorities

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in MEP design and or Structural engineering, with strong knowledge of building engineering workflows
• 10+ years of related experience across engineering and business roles, including strategy, technology, or consulting
• Experience in business planning, strategic thinking, and contributing to industry perspectives
• Strategy or management consulting experience (top-tier firm or equivalent) preferred
• Strong proficiency in developing executive-level presentations and performing advanced data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a matrixed organization across teams and functions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn insights into practical approaches
• Experience presenting to senior executives and engaging with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, or related field) or equivalent experience; MBA a plus
• Willingness to travel 20-30% for customer and industry engagement

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong business understanding with experience addressing complex industry challenges
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and contributing to decision-making
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to make complex technical concepts accessible to diverse audiences
• Interest in technology and awareness of trends shaping Building Engineering
• Recognized experience in MEP and/or Structural engineering, with the ability to work across both areas
• Comfort navigating uncertainty while fostering alignment and shared understanding across teams
• Thoughtful and forward-looking mindset, identifying industry shifts and helping translate them into meaningful action
• Experience contributing to cross-functional initiatives with broad organizational impact

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