Technical Jobs in Guelph, ON

Description

RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.

We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle.

Here’s what this looks like:
· You push the boundaries of what’s possible.
· People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments.

· You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone.

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renown technical and exceptionally innovative colleagues, RWDI is the place for you.

RWDI is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to join our Acoustics team in Guelph, Ontario.

This is a junior to intermediate level position. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience analyzing and resolving challenging environmental noise or architectural acoustics problems in a consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

The role includes but is not limited to:

• Conducting field measurements and inspections at commercial, residential, institutional, and construction sites primarily around the greater Toronto area.
• Producing high quality, thoughtful analysis using commercially available software packages and in-Taking ownership of timeline and budget to deliver a successful project from data acquisition through analysis, consulting, and reporting.
• Taking a client-focused approach, where your technical skills support the success of your client’s projects.
• Communicating complex technical concepts in straight-forward language.
• Adhering to a defined quality assurance process.
• Active and frequent communication with project managers, clients, and others within the Acoustics team.

Note that practitioners within the Acoustics team are purely technical. This role does not involve project management. There are, however, opportunities to interact with clients and support the project management team.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We are accepting applications from candidates with the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree (preferred) in acoustics, or a related subject.
• Acoustical experience an asset, but not required if degree is in acoustics.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with TAP, Odeon, Auto CAD, Revit, Cadna/A and Bluebeam is an asset.
• Experience with both Bruel and Kjaer and Larson Davis sound level meters and software.
• Knowledge of common architectural terms, structures, building systems and design practices.
• Ability to read, understand, interpret, and analyze architectural and technical drawings, specifications, and other related materials.

We are accepting applications from candidates with the following qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in an applicable engineering discipline.
• Current registration or ability to register as an E.I.T. or P.Eng.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an acoustical or environmental noise consulting environment, or equivalent related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of key areas of acoustics such as:
  • Building code requirements and applicable metrics (e.g. STC, NC, etc).
  • Modelling software (e.g., Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A, etc).
• Ability to interpret architectural/mechanical/electrical drawings and specifications.
• Availability to work in-person in our downtown office.

The following attributes are seen as assets for this position:

• Consulting experience
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with acoustic instrumentation, data acquisition systems and digital signal processing.
• Ability to deliver quality technical work with focus on project budgets and deliverable schedules.

The Acoustics team is a close-knit team where people love what they do. Team members work independently on a daily basis to contribute to the success of the team’s work. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong collaboration, people, and teamwork skills as well as ability to prioritize and complete work independently. Individuals within this high-performing team must manage their time carefully, and balance work for several ongoing projects simultaneously. Problem solving, ability to learn independently, and initiative-taking are key qualities that will contribute to personal success individuals within the team.

Job Benefits

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to redefine possible.
• Salary range: $65,000.00 - $78,000.00
• Group health benefits
• Proactive and ongoing training, education, and a Learning Spending Account.
• Fitness Spending Account
• An abundance of career paths and opportunities to advance.

Thank you in advance for your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code.

RWDI is a leading climate and performance engineering firm that has been helping clients tackle complex engineering challenges in the built environment for more than 50 years. With deep technical expertise, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects — enhancing performance, resiliency, and efficiency. Our extensive technical services span every project stage to help maximize performance while minimizing environmental impact. With a team of more than 800 engineers, scientists, and sustainability specialists in more than 30 offices across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, we’re a truly global company. For more information, visit rwdi.com and connect on LinkedIn.