Intermediate Engineer (ENG 3)

Strata Engineering; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Engineering Inc. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an intermediate Engineer to lead technical projects, deliver sustainable, code-compliant solutions for building envelopes and energy performance challenges, and contribute to the firm’s reputation for technical excellence and client satisfaction.

The role requires a P.Eng. in BC with EGBC registration and 5–10 years of building science and envelope consulting experience.

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada; no sponsorship available.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Building Science or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia; EGBC registration.
• 5–10 years of experience in building science and building envelope consulting.
• At least 2 years acting as an Engineer of Record (EoR).
• Strong knowledge of building science, materials, and construction practices.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and serve as Engineer of Record (EoR) on projects.
• Lead or support building envelope investigations, assessments, and design projects.
• Oversee forensic investigations of building failures (water ingress, air leakage, material degradation).
• Ensure codes, standards, and best practices compliance; train team.
• Prepare and review reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Mentor junior engineers, EITs, and staff.
• Support project delivery from initiation to completion.
• Oversee site inspections, field testing, meetings, and coordination.
• Promote QA/QC, risk management, and safety culture.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities; represent the company.

Skills

Project management

Building envelope

Technical leadership

Client management

QA/QC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Building Science/Building Envelope Engineering or related field

Job description

Projects Full Time Burnaby, BC $85,000 - $115,000 CAD per year

As anintermediateEngineer, you will lead technical projects and deliver innovative, code-compliant, and sustainable solutions for buildingenvelopesand energy performance challenges. In this role, you will contribute to the firm’s reputation for technical excellence, client satisfaction, and industry leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the Engineer of Record (EoR)for company projects.
• Lead or support building envelope investigations, assessments, and design projects.
• Oversee forensic investigations of building failures, including water ingress, air leakage, and material degradation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices; communicate updates and support team training.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Mentor andprovidetechnical guidance to junior engineers, EITs, andothertechnical staff.

Project Management& Delivery

• Support Project Managers in delivering projects from initiation through completion.
• Oversee site inspections, field testing, client meetings, and construction coordination activities.
• Deliver projectstaskson schedule, meeting established quality standards andappropriate resourcing.
• Provide technical team members with the necessary training and tools to effectively complete assigned project tasks.

Team Development

• Support technical training, competency development, and career growth within the team.
• Review and approve work completed by junior staffin accordance withQA/QC standards.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and R&D initiatives.

Quality Assurance and Risk Management

• Maintain and support QA/QC processes and technical standards.
• Assistinidentifyingand mitigating technical and contractual risks.

Safety

• Champion a strong safety culture across all assigned projects.

Business Development & Strategy

• Support proposal development, fee estimates, and client presentations.
• Identifyand pursue new business opportunities aligned with company strategy.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and professional associations.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application. We are not currently able to sponsor or provide work permits or visas for this position.
• Bachelor’s orMaster’sdegree in Building Science, Building Envelope Engineering, or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia; EGBC registrationrequired.
• 5-10yearsofexperience in building science and building envelope consulting.
• At least2yearsofactingasan Engineer of Record (EoR) role.
• Strong knowledge of building science, materials, and construction practices.
• Effective communication, organizational, and client management skills.

In compliance with the B.C. Pay Transparency Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 - $115,000*.

* Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

About Us

Strata Engineering Inc. is a consulting engineering firm specializing in building science, building envelope, structural, mechanical, and geotechnical engineering.

Our services include, but are not limited to: building envelope enclosure repair and consulting, condition assessments and engineering investigations, project management, 15-month, 2, 5, and 10-year warranty reviews, depreciation reports, and more. By bringing together engineering, architecture, and construction expertise, Strata Engineering offers a unique project or construction management service that sets us apart. Our team comprises experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds, allowing us to provide our clients with cost-effective, tailored solutions.

We define ourselves by the quality of our work, service, and the satisfaction of our clients.