Building Enclosure Design Engineer; EIT

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: BUILD
001664

• Full-Time

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About Us

RJC Engineers is a well‑established, employee‑owned engineering firm with a broad geographic footprint and deep roots across Canada and the United States. We are leaders in structural engineering, building science, structural restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart?

Our commitment to clients, cutting‑edge technology, collaborative culture, and the passion of our people. We’re driven by a purpose: to positively impact our communities and invest in our team’s growth and success.

At RJC, you’ll join an inclusive, fast‑paced team tackling exciting and complex projects. You’ll work alongside industry‑leading experts, explore emerging technologies, and be supported in your continuous professional development.

Being an RJC Professional

We build our team around five key attributes:

• Creative Mindset – You bring fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
• Proactive Approach – You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and seek ways to create a positive impact.
• Supportive Teamwork – You foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, helping others succeed.
• Trusted Advice – You act with integrity, expertise, and honesty, earning the confidence of clients and colleagues.
• Lead with Purpose – You empower, support, and guide others, driving meaningful results.

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 (dependent on experience)

Candidate Profile

RJC is seeking self‑motivated problem solvers pursuing careers in engineering better buildings for the communities we live, learn, work and play in. Specializing in building enclosure engineering, structural engineering, structural restoration, structural glass engineering and building energy modelling, RJC Engineers (RJC) is one of Canada’s leading engineering firms.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work closely with RJC’s Building Enclosure Project Engineers, creating envelope solutions that contribute to the reduction of carbon in buildings and maximize energy efficiency to meet and exceed current code. This includes working projects targeting sustainability standards such as Zero Carbon Building, Passive House, LEED etc.
• Work closely with Project Engineers within the project team environment, through the life cycle of a project from conceptual and preliminary stages of the design through to completion
• Collaborate with architects and other design consultants on design review for new construction projects, including development of building enclosure details that align with industry best practice
• Engage in site investigation, evaluation of existing buildings, preparation of reports and studies
• Participate in the development of drawings and specifications for projects involving new and existing buildings
• Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis, including basic project costing
• Perform Building Envelope Thermal Bridging Calculations to support design team with effective assembly RSI values
• Follow quality control procedures established by the practice
• Participate in administration/construction review on active construction sites

Education:

• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering – Preference for those candidates with completed courses in Building Science
• Registered (or eligible for registration) as an Engineer‑in‑Training with EGBC

Experience:

• 0 to 3 years previous experience in building enclosure engineering, engineering or construction
• Experience in a consulting firm environment

Skills:

• Effective and proven leadership skills
• Strong time management skills to successfully balance working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Fast learner with a desire to grow professionally and personally
  
  Team player with ability to work independently with minimum direction
• Hard worker, ready to assume responsibility quickly and have fun at the same time
• Inquisitive, clear thinker who can determine what work is required and who can draw rational conclusions from information available
• Demonstrated and…