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Department:
Microclimate

Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Guelph, ON

Compensation:
$60,000 - $80,000 / year

Description
**About The Position

RWDI
is seeking an innovative individual to join our
Microclimate
team as an
Engineering Scientist
in the
Guelph office.**
In the Microclimate team, we study how our built environment impacts the local microclimate, and how we can ensure we design and build cities that are safe, comfortable and resilient. Environmental factors such as wind, sun, temperature and snow are considered when conducting these studies.

Key Responsibilities

This
entry or intermediate level role
includes but is not limited to:

• Planning and coordinating all technical aspects of assigned projects, including pedestrian wind comfort, thermal comfort, snow-drifting and roof snow loading
• Operation of the water flume
• Assist writing technical project reports that present the methodology, results and recommendations
• Participating in client consultations and managing client wind tunnel workshops
• Working under the general supervision of senior staff with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical, Environmental or Structural Engineering.
• Some understanding of structural loading distributions and wind engineering
• Dedication to professional development

You Should Apply If You Like

• Innovative Projects
• Integrated team culture
• Inclusivity and diversity
• Amazing co-workers
• Career Development and Growth
• Work- life Balance
• Cross-disciplinary Expertise

Please Apply If You Have

• Bachelor's degree in engineering specializing in mechanical, environmental or structural engineering
• Some knowledge of wind engineering, wind-induced particle transport and blowing snow
• An enthusiastic interest in aspects of building design related to microclimate issues and building science
• Demonstrated initiative, independent thinker, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities
• Working understanding of architectural, structural and mechanical drawings
• Proven ability to successfully meet deadlines and manage a number of projects at once
• An ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with minimal supervision

Candidates Should Also Possess

• Demonstrated innovative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross functionally
• Strong people and team skills
• Dedication to professional development

Please submit your cover letter and resume.

If you possess 80% of the qualifications listed, please apply since you may have additional skills that would align well with this role.
Benefits
What We Offer

• An opportunity to redefine possible.
• Salary range: $60, $80,000.00
• 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.

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