Building Enclosure Design Engineer

About Us

RJC Engineers is a well-established, employee-owned engineering firm with a broad geographic footprint and deep roots across Canada and the United States. We are leaders in structural engineering, building science, structural restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart?

Our commitment to clients, cutting-edge technology, collaborative culture, and the passion of our people. We're driven by a purpose: to positively impact our communities and invest in our team's growth and success.

At RJC, you'll join an inclusive, fast-paced team tackling exciting and complex projects. You'll work alongside industry-leading experts, explore emerging technologies, and be supported in your continuous professional development.

Being an RJC Professional

We build our team around five key attributes:

• Creative Mindset – You bring fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
• Proactive Approach – You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and seek ways to create a positive impact.
• Supportive Teamwork – You foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, helping others succeed.
• Trusted Advice – You act with integrity, expertise, and honesty, earning the confidence of clients and colleagues.
• Lead with Purpose – You empower, support, and guide others, driving meaningful results.

Location:  Kelowna, BC

Salary: $63,000 - $80,000

Candidate Profile

RJC is seeking self-motivated problem solvers pursuing careers in engineering better buildings for the communities we live, learn, work and play in. Specializing in building enclosure engineering, structural engineering, structural restoration, structural glass engineering and building energy modelling, RJC Engineers (RJC) is one of Canada's leading engineering firms.

At RJC's Kelowna office, you'll be part of a collaborative team tackling interesting projects with great teammates, while living in a city that blends natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a relaxed pace of life. Working at RJC Engineers' Kelowna office offers the unique opportunity to grow your career with a respected, employee-owned engineering firm while enjoying the lifestyle that comes with living in the Okanagan Valley. Kelowna is known for its balance of work and play—you can leave the office and be on a mountain bike trail, ski slope, golf course, or lakeshore within minutes. With a thriving local culture, vineyards and wineries, and a strong sense of community, Kelowna provides both professional opportunity and a high quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work closely with RJC's internal Building Enclosure Project Engineers, creating envelope solutions that contribute to the reduction of carbon in buildings and maximize energy efficiency to meet and exceed current code. This includes working projects targeting sustainability standards such as BC Step Code, Zero Carbon Building, Passive House, LEED etc.
• Be mentored and supported by leading industry experts to help you grow your technical skills, business understanding and overall career path.
• Work closely with Project Engineers within the project team environment, through the life cycle of a project from conceptual and preliminary stages of the design through to completion
• Collaborate with architects and other design consultants on design review for new construction projects, including development of building enclosure details that align with industry best practice
• Engage in site assessment, evaluation of existing buildings, preparation of reports and studies
• Participate in the development of drawings and specifications for projects involving new and existing buildings
• Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis, including basic project costing
• Perform Building Envelope Thermal Bridging Calculations to support design team with effective assembly RSI values
• Follow quality control procedures established by the practice
• Participate in administration/construction review on active construction sites

Professional Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering – Preference for those candidates with completed courses in Building Science
• Registered (or eligible for registration) as an Engineer-in-Training with EGBC

Experience:

• 0 to 3 years previous experience in building enclosure engineering, engineering or construction
• Experience in a consulting firm environment

Skills:

•  Effective and proven leadership skills
• Strong time management skills to successfully balance working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Fast learner with a desire to grow professionally and personally
• Team player with ability to work independently with minimum direction
• Hard worker, ready to assume responsibility quickly and have fun at the same time
• Inquisitive, clear thinker who can determine what work is required and who can draw rational conclusions from information available
• Demonstrated and effective communication skills – both written and verbal
• Ability to conceptualize in three dimensions
• Aptitude for working with existing facilities

What RJC Offers?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Investing in your future, the opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC's matching Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP)

Be your Authentic Self

At RJC, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We proudly embrace all individuals and believe that every team member contributes to creating a welcoming environment. At RJC, inclusivity and diversity are commitments we all share.

We appreciate the interest and efforts of all applicants; however only those short-listed as candidates will be contacted. Upon request, accommodations are available for any person with disabilities participating in the selection process.

Attention Staffing & Recruitment Agencies: RJC Engineers will not pay fees for recruitment activities related to the hiring of a candidate unless a written service agreement has been established between a duly authorized representative of our Corporate Human Resources department and the recruitment/placement firm. In addition, to qualify for recruitment fees, all candidate resumes must be submitted to RJC Engineers, through our Corporate Human Resources department. Resumes and profiles sent to our managers without the express agreement of our Corporate Human Resources department will not be eligible for a fee.