Building Energy Modelling Engineer

CIMA+; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a professional to perform energy modelling and analyze building performance in Canada. The ideal candidate has a university degree in building engineering and a valid PEO designation, with at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing energy compliance models and providing technical support for various environmental certifications. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work schedule are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in energy modelling and building performance analysis.
• Solid knowledge of sustainable development, energy system design, and grant programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform energy modelling and analyze carbon emissions to evaluate building performance.
• Develop energy models that comply with current codes and environmental certification.
• Provide technical support for environmental certifications such as LEED and Zero Carbon Building.

Skills

Energy modelling

Carbon emissions analysis

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

University degree in building engineering or related field

Valid Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) designation

Tools

IES-VE

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

RETScreen Expert

Job description

Company overview

CIMA+\'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from planning through design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects, we support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you\'ll make a real impact. Together, we\'ll push boundaries and go above what\'s expected to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world.

Responsibilities

• Perform energy modelling and analyze carbon emissions to evaluate building performance and optimize design choices.
• Develop energy models that comply with current codes and environmental certification requirements.
• Recommend energy consumption optimization strategies and decarbonization solutions tailored to projects.
• Propose integrated strategies to improve energy efficiency, air quality and thermal comfort in buildings.
• Write technical reports, including recommendations, based on energy modelling results.
• Effectively communicate results and recommendations to clients, project teams and stakeholders.
• Prepare regulatory and compliance documentation, including for CNEB and environmental certifications.
• Provide technical support for environmental certifications such as LEED, Zero Carbon Building and BOMA BEST.
• Carry out life-cycle cost analyses to assess the cost effectiveness of energy-saving measures.
• Carry out energy and water audits to identify ways to reduce resource consumption in existing buildings.

Qualifications

• University degree in building engineering, building science, mechanical engineering or related field
• Valid Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) designation
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in energy modelling and building performance analysis
• Solid knowledge of sustainable development, energy system design, energy simulation and management, as well as grant and incentive programs
• Proficiency in energy simulation software such as IES-VE, eQUEST, EnergyPlus and RETScreen Expert
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Bilingualism in French and English, an asset, to participate in projects across Canada.

Why choose CIMA+?

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of identity. In keeping with employment equity principles, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying. Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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