Hybrid Systems Design Technologist — Building Solutions

Saint-Gobain Group; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

RRSP/DPSP/TFSA

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Platforms R&D in Mississauga is seeking a Systems Design Technologist to develop gypsum board and cold-formed steel framing systems, translating design concepts into practical building solutions for Canada and the United States.

The role leads product development from concept to commercialization, mentors junior engineers, and collaborates with R&D, manufacturing, sales and supply chain, with travel across North America as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural, Civil or Building Engineering or Applied Science with relevant experience.
• 5–7 years of experience with building systems, gypsum board or drywall assemblies, cold-formed steel framing, structural engineering or construction-material product development.
• Experience supporting fire, acoustic, structural or building science testing/evaluation programs.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD for design, detailing and product development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize gypsum board and cold-formed steel framing systems for performance and constructability.
• Plan, coordinate and support fire, acoustic, structural and building science testing; analyze results and recommend improvements.
• Lead product and system development activities from concept and prototyping through validation and commercialization.
• Partner with R&D, manufacturing, sales, supply chain and external stakeholders to implement system solutions.
• Gather contractor and market feedback, benchmark competitive systems and translate insights into product improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers, VIE participants and co-op students on research methods and technical design.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Engineering judgment

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural, Civil or Building Engineering

Job description

Saint-Gobain Platforms R&D in Mississauga is seeking a Systems Design Technologist to develop gypsum board and cold-formed steel framing systems, translating design concepts into practical building solutions for Canada and the United States.

The role leads product development from concept to commercialization, mentors junior engineers, and collaborates with R&D, manufacturing, sales and supply chain, with travel across North America as needed.