- Salary
- C$60k – C$70k/yr
- Location
- Mississauga, ON
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Flynn Group of Companies
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Lever
Description
Job Title: Technical Specialist - Glazing and Building Envelope Systems
Technical Services/Engineering Division
Mississauga, Ontario
Position Summary
Reporting to the Glazing Product Manager, the Technical Specialist supports the evaluation, testing, investigation, and development of glazing, window, and building envelope systems. This role combines office-based technical work with field activities, including performance testing, site reviews, technical investigations, report preparation, and system development. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and manufacturers to ensure products and projects meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.
What What Offer:
-Work for one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.
-Be part of a company that offers career advancement and development opportunities through programs such as our in-house Flynn University and eLearning courses.
-Competitive compensation and perks.
-Rewarding, challenging, fast-paced work in an excellent environment.
-Work on international large-scale projects.
-Coordinate and oversee laboratory and field testing programs for windows, doors, curtain walls, and related glazing systems.
-Develop testing plans, review procedures, and evaluate results against project requirements and applicable standards.
-Analyze performance data related to structural integrity, air infiltration, water penetration, thermal performance, and durability.
-Support product qualification, certification, and compliance activities.
Site Reviews & Quality Assurance
-Conduct site reviews and inspections during fabrication, installation, and project completion stages.
-Verify constructed work conforms to approved drawings, specifications, and company standards.
-Document observations through field notes, photographs, and written reports.
-Identify deficiencies and assist in developing practical solutions.
Investigations & Technical Analysis
-Investigate product, installation, and performance-related concerns involving glazing and building envelope systems.
-Assess deficiencies, failures, and service issues to determine root causes.
-Gather and analyze field data to support technical evaluations.
-Develop recommendations for corrective actions and performance improvements.
Technical Reporting
-Prepare professional reports outlining observations, analyses, conclusions, and recommendations.
-Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records.
-Prepare technical correspondence, memoranda, and client communications.
-Present findings and recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
Window & System Development
-Assist in the development and refinement of window, glazing, curtain wall, and façade system designs.
-Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and product submittals.
-Prepare technical details and supporting documentation for projects and product development initiatives.
-Support efforts to improve product performance, manufacturability, and installation efficiency.
Project Support
-Collaborate with architects, consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and internal departments.
-Participate in project meetings and contribute to technical discussions.
-Provide technical guidance during project execution and product development activities.-
-Assist in developing internal standards, procedures, and best practices.
What You Bring
-Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Architectural, Building Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
-Minimum 2-3 years of experience in glazing, fenestration, curtain wall, window, door, or building envelope systems. --- -Strong understanding of building envelope performance and construction practices.
-Experience conducting product testing, field reviews, inspections, and technical investigations.
-Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and technical documentation.
-Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
-Strong technical writing and communication abilities.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and related technical software.
-Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
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