Enclosure Project Engineer: Field, Testing & Design

ECS Southeast, LLP; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Competitive benefits

Job summary

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Associate to join our Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in New Orleans, LA. You will support enclosure consulting projects through field investigations, testing, and reporting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate building envelope performance, ensure quality construction, and deliver practical solutions for a variety of facilities, with hands-on field work and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture (NCARB).
• 2+ years of related experience with building enclosure consulting, including field investigations, testing, commissioning (BECx), design review, or forensic assessments.
• Licensed or certified (P.E., RA, IIBEC certifications, or BECxP/CxA+BE) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform building science & infrastructure related testing, inspections, and consulting services.
• Conduct site observations and inspections of roofing and building enclosure systems.
• Interpret drawings, figures, and site plans; assist with drafting or CAD work when needed.
• Perform building enclosure testing and assist with development of testing protocols and test plans.
• Interpret test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with forensic assessments, commissioning activities, and building enclosure investigations.
• Assist with design reviews, repair design for existing building envelope components, and peer review of specifications and submittals.
• Maintain familiarity with building codes and standards including IBC, ASHRAE, ASTM, and CSI.

Skills

Building science

Communication skills

Project multitasking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Architecture (NCARB)

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.)

IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBECxP) or BECxP/CxA+BE

Tools

CAD software

Job description

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking a Building Enclosure Project Associate to join our Southeast Building Science + Infrastructure team in New Orleans, LA. You will support enclosure consulting projects through field investigations, testing, and reporting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate building envelope performance, ensure quality construction, and deliver practical solutions for a variety of facilities, with hands-on field work and mentorship opportunities.