Tag: CAD

Company: WSP

Location: Kitchener, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:47:33 GMT

Job description: Job Description:WSP is currently seeking a CAD Technician / Window Simulator to join our Buildings group, located at our Kitchener office. Reporting to the Southwestern Ontario Director of Building Sciences this position will be responsible for simulating windows, doors and skylights and to create simulation reports in compliance with applicable NFRC and CSA standardsResponsibilities

• Under the guidance of a Project Manager, the simulator shall learn applicable NFRC and CSA standards.
• Simulate windows, doors and skylights for U-value, SHGC, VT and CR in accordance with NFRC and CSA standards using softwares such as Therm and Window, and our Window Report Generator and Door Report Generator
• Create written report of simulation results for client and inspection agency in compliance with NFRC
• Send simulation reports to the client and make changes to the simulations if necessary. Send simulation files and reports to the clients inspection agency. The simulator is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of simulations and reports
• Conduct research projects and write client reports
• Work closely with manufacturers to deliver proposals and obtain required project information and occasionally attend window industry meetings such as Windoor by Fenestration Canada
• Apply sustainable thinking and practices within project delivery
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• College diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Building Science, or Architectural Technology
• Minimum B average and involvement in volunteer or industry associations
• AutoCAD skills are an asset.
• Previous co-op / summer work experience in the construction or engineering industry is ideal
• A team player, amongst energetic, successful people
• Strong at multi-tasking, organized and adaptable to shifting priorities
• Personal commitment to promoting green issues or sustainability

About Us:WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please