Building Envelope Engineer

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the design, analysis, and implementation of building sciences engineering projects.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and project managers to integrate building science principles into the design process for various types of construction projects, such as residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Perform on-site evaluations and assessments of existing buildings to identify potential concerns.
• Analyze and interpret building condition assessments to identify areas of concern and implement corrective measures.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in building science, green building technologies, and code standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and work with the Business Development team to prepare proposals for building science projects.
• Measuring of building dimensions and quantifying on site and from drawings
• Interpretation and hand drawing of in-situ construction details.
• Client interfacing, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in areas related to building science such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, and psychometrics.
• Understanding of building construction, including methods, materials, and systems is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, specifically in accuracy of calculations and completeness of data collection and notation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Self-motivating and able to multi-task.
• Ability to act with business integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to provide leadership to junior engineers and technicians.

Required Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a focus on Building Science.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
• Minimum of 5+ years of engineering experience, with a focus on projects related to Building Science.
• Experience with client relations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

The Salary Range for this position is $100,000 - $124,000CAD and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, AND TRAVEL

Physical Demands - Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, sit, climb ladders, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be attentive, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.

Additional Information:

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! (www.rimkus.com)

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development