Compliance Engineer

Vicwest; Burlington; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Engineer to join their dynamic team in Burlington. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all building products comply with legal and industry standards. You will collaborate with various teams to maintain compliance throughout the product lifecycle, from design to production. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work with a company committed to sustainability and innovation in the building materials sector. If you have a passion for engineering compliance and want to contribute to a greener future, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in building design and compliance engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet relevant codes and standards.
• Manage product testing processes and oversee certification labeling.

Skills

Building Design

Compliance Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Applied Science

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

Compliance Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Document Management Systems

Job description

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"Our Reputation Stands on What We Build"

Our mission is to innovate the most sustainable & complete building envelope solutions in the Canadian market, with our trusted employees, customers and communities guiding all that we do. Investing in our people. Innovating our product selection. Sustaining the world that sustains us. We prioritize the potential for success that’s all around us.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Canada’s best-known building materials suppliers as we embark on a significant growth journey through new product launches and market penetration. As part of the Kingspan Group, Vicwest has an ambitious sustainability program, Planet Passionate, revolving around the impact of building materials on the environment.

Vicwest is looking for an ambitious candidate to join a well-established, high performing team and aid the business as we continue to grow to reach new markets across North America.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Product Compliance and Engineering Manager, the Compliance Engineer (CE) is responsible for ensuring that all roll-formed steel building products, as well as third-party manufactured and distributed products, comply with legal, regulatory, and industry standards. This role collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, and quality control teams throughout North America to maintain compliance throughout the entire product lifecycle, from design to production.

Key Accountabilities

• Product and Engineering Compliance
• Product Testing and Certification
• Documentation and Reporting
• Internal Audits and Inspection
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  
  

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet relevant codes, standards, and best practices, maintaining data integrity across compliance systems in accordance with ISO 37301, ISO 9001, and engineering regulations.
• Oversee engineering change requests from approval to implementation.
• Engage with regulatory bodies and standards organizations (e.g., ASTM, ISO, CSA) to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage product testing processes, from developing test plans to overseeing certification labeling and the publication of performance data.
• Collaborate with laboratories and third-party certifiers to secure necessary certifications (e.g., UL, CCMC, Miami-Dade, code compliance reports).
• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all testing and certification results.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive product documentation, including specifications, test reports, and certifications.
• Develop and update compliance procedures, checklists, and guidelines for internal teams.
• Oversee the management of controlled documents.
• Support the development and implementation of Product Information Management (PIM) systems.
• Conduct internal audits and support internal teams during external audits.
• Partner with product development, engineering, and quality assurance teams to integrate compliance into the design and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical support to marketing and sales teams to ensure product claims are substantiated and meet advertising standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Applied Science.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or actively pursuing it.
• 3-5 years of experience in building design and compliance engineering, ideally within the building products or construction industry.
• Familiarity with product certification processes and testing procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes and industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, CSA, ULC).
• Experience with US building codes and standards (e.g. ASCE 7, IBC, IRC, FBC).
• Familiarity with CSA-S136 or AISI-S100 standards is a plus.
• Project management experience.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and engage with external regulatory bodies.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in compliance software, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management systems.
• Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.
  
  

This position plays a critical role in ensuring that building products adhere to all relevant standards, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance within the construction industry.

Vicwest welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

How do we win? We win when we care. Care for our people. Care for our products. Care for our planet. Because when we can count on each other, we can count our collaborations as victories.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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