Junior Building Enclosure Engineer

Motus Consult Ltd. is a structural and building enclosure engineering firm with offices in BC, Alberta, and Ontario. We specialize in Building Enclosure, Restoration, Structural, and Construction Engineering across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, and agricultural projects. Our work spans from restoring and maintaining existing buildings to designing new structures.

As a smaller firm, we pride ourselves on close collaboration, both within our team and with our clients, to deliver innovative and creative solutions. We partner with clients from project ideation to completion, ensuring exceptional results every step of the way.

Motus Consult is seeking a Junior Building Enclosure Engineer to join our Calgary office. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate or EIT with 1–3 years of experience to develop expertise in building envelope design, assessment, and restoration. You will work alongside experienced engineers on diverse projects, gaining hands‑on experience in field investigations, performance testing, design, and construction administration while building a strong foundation in building science principles.

1. Building Envelope Assessments and Field Work

• Assist senior engineers with building envelope condition assessments for existing buildings, including commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial facilities.
• Conduct on‑site inspections to identify building envelope deficiencies, moisture issues, and deterioration.
• Perform field performance testing including water penetration testing, air leakage testing, infrared thermography, and moisture surveys.
• Document site conditions through written notes, photographs, and field sketches.
• Measure building dimensions and quantify conditions on‑site and from drawings.
• Participate in construction site reviews to monitor compliance with design specifications and identify deficiencies.
• Work safely on active construction sites, including at heights using ladders, swing stages, and mechanical lifts.

2. Design and Technical Documentation

• Assist with the design of building envelope systems for new construction and renovation projects, including roofing, wall cladding, windows, doors, and waterproofing systems.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and other design consultants on building enclosure details that align with industry best practices.
• Prepare technical drawings and details using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Develop building envelope solutions that meet energy efficiency standards, building codes, and sustainability targets (including BC Step Code, LEED, Passive House standards where applicable).
• Support heat transfer modeling and thermal performance analysis using software such as THERM and WUFI.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical specifications for building envelope components and systems.

3. Construction Administration and Project Support

• Review shop drawings, submittals, and contractor requests for information (RFIs) related to building envelope systems.
• Prepare change orders and track project documentation.
• Attend construction meetings and coordinate with contractors to ensure proper installation of building envelope systems.
• Monitor construction activities to verify compliance with design intent and building envelope best practices.
• Assist with the preparation of punch lists and deficiency reports.

4. Reporting and Communication

• Prepare engineering documents, condition assessment reports, technical memoranda, and feasibility studies under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Interpret and hand‑draw in‑situ construction details as needed.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly in written and verbal formats.
• Interface with clients and contractors as needed, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings.

5. Professional Development and Learning

• Develop technical knowledge in building envelope technologies including roofing systems (flat, sloped, green roofs), wall systems (masonry, EIFS, metal panel, curtain wall), waterproofing, and air barrier systems.
• Gain understanding…