Glazing Engineer

RDH Building Science Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GRSP contributions

Health and Dental coverage

Vacation and Sick Time

Statutory Holiday substitutions

Learning fund 1000 per year

Job summary

RDH Building Science Inc. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a Senior Glazing Engineer to lead glazing and façade system design for new construction. You will perform structural analysis, develop enclosure solutions, review designs, and mentor EITs.

The role focuses on high-rise and low-rise projects and requires collaboration with architects and fabricators. You will apply FEA tools such as RISA, MAPLA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation, stay current with NBCC/IBC, and maintain strong communication across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• P.Eng. designation with EGBC required
• 7+ years of experience in architectural glazing systems within consulting
• Strong background in curtain wall, window wall, and related glazing systems

Responsibilities

• Engineer glazing systems for new construction projects, including high-rise and low-rise buildings
• Perform structural analysis for curtain wall, unitized curtain wall, window wall and other glazing systems
• Conduct FEA using RISA, MAPLA, SOLIDWORKS Simulation or similar
• Design glazing supports and anchoring systems
• Prepare calculations, technical reports and design documentation
• Review delegated design packages, shop drawings and calculations for compliance
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, glazing contractors and fabricators
• Conduct field reviews to verify installation against design and prepare site reports
• Provide mentorship to Engineers-in-Training and junior engineers
• Stay current with building codes and glazing technology trends

Job description

TheGlazingEngineer specializes instructuralengineering and design of glazing and façade systems for new constructionbuildings. Working alongside a team of experienced façade engineers, you will develop innovative enclosure solutions, perform structural analysis, conduct construction field reviews, and provide technicalexpertisethroughout the design and construction process.This is a highly technical consulting role that offers significant opportunities for professional growth, technical specialization, and career development within a collaborative team of industry-leading façade engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer glazing systems for new construction projects, including high-rise and low-rise buildings.
• Perform structural analysis and engineering calculations for curtain wall, unitized curtain wall, window wall, point-supported glazing, and other architectural glazing systems.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) using software such as RISA, MAPLA, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, or similar.
• Design glazing support systems, including aluminum framing, anchors, embeds, brackets, and supporting steel.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Review delegated design packages, shop drawings, and engineering calculations for compliance with the engineering design and project requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, glazing contractors, manufacturers, and fabricators throughout design and construction.
• Conduct field reviews during fabrication and construction to verify glazing systems are installedin accordance withthe engineered design and prepare corresponding site review reports.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineers-in-Training (EITs) and junior engineers.
• Stay current with building codes, industry standards, and emerging glazing technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,ora relatedengineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designationwith EGBCrequired.
• 7+ years of experience, with a minimum of5 years of experience specifically engineering architectural glazing systems within a consulting environment.
• Strong structural engineering background withdemonstratedexperience designing curtain wall, window wall, and other commercial glazing systems.

Skills and Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of architectural glazing systems, including stick-built curtain wall, unitized curtain wall, window wall, storefront, punched windows, point-supported glazing, and associated support systems.
• Strong understanding of structural behavior of glass, aluminum, steel, stainless steel, anchors, and connection systems.
• Experience performing structural analysis using FEA software such as RISA, MAPLA, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with NBCC and/or IBC, applicable material standards, and industry guidelines governing glazing system design.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communicationskills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers while contributing as a technical specialist.

The base salary range for this position is$110,000 - $125,000annualized for a full-time role. Salary isdependentvarious factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for discretionary incentives and share ownership.

We offer a robust benefits package to support the well-being of our employees. This includes:

• GRSPcontributions
• Health and Dental coverage
• Primary Caregiver benefits
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Statutory Holiday substitutions
• a learning fund of $1,000 per year for education or career goals.

About RDH

A role with RDH is a career commitment to learn and grow alongside inspiring and dedicated people who care deeply about making buildings better.

We are an employee-owned consulting firm with 300+employees in11offices across North America. Our core area of business is the integration of building science engineering, architecture, and construction management tooptimizethe performance of the building enclosure (walls,windowsand roofs). Since our beginnings in 1997, we have become industry leaders in North America and continue to grow as we focus on technical excellence anddeliveringhigh-quality projects.

We offer a positive workplace with incredible teams, opportunities for professional growth,developmentand ownership. As well as your background, we seek alignment with RDH’s core values: 1) commit to excellence, 2) act with integrity, 3) work as a team 4) do what it takes, and 5) always learn.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelor's degree or better in Civil Engineering or related field.