Research and Development Glazier and Fabricator

Job summary

Assist in the design, prototyping, and performance testing of new curtain wall and facade systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize designs for manufacturing and installation efficiency.

Job details

At Flynn, it's not just a job, it's a career Job Title: R&D Glazier and Fabricator Technical Services Division Toronto, ON Salary: $50,000-$60,000 What We 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. -On-site fitness facility and wellness programs. -Rewarding, challenging, fast-paced work in an excellent environment. -Work on international large-scale projects. -Free parking. A Day in the Life: -Assist in the design, prototyping and testing of new curtain wall and facade systems and components. -Conduct hands-on testing to evaluate the performance of façade systems. -Collaborate with designers/drafting/engineering to troubleshoot, resolve issues, and optimize designs for manufacturing and installation efficiency. -Provide hands on technical support as required with both current and previous Flynn jobs. -Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that new products and materials meet industry standards and client specifications. What You Bring: -Previous experience with curtain wall or façade systems. -Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications. -Proficiency in mechanical tools and equipment. -Problem solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot. -Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. -Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards. -Ability to travel within Canada and the US for up to a week at a time. Flynn Group of Companies is the leading trade contractor in North America that works on virtually every aspect of a building’s outer layer, including Roofing, Glazing, Waterproofing, and Architectural Metals. The foundation of our award winning success is having the right people on our team. Disclosure: We use an AI-powered system to initially screen resumes. However, all applications/resumes are also reviewed by our team of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Professionals to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation in determining a candidate’s potential fit for a role they applied to. This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

What you’ll do

Assist in the design, prototyping, and performance testing of new curtain wall and facade systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize designs for manufacturing and installation efficiency.

Requirements

Requires previous experience with curtain wall or façade systems and the ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints. Candidates must be proficient with mechanical tools and willing to travel within Canada and the US.

Benefits

• Career advancement and development opportunities • Flynn University • eLearning courses • Competitive compensation and perks • On-site fitness facility • Wellness programs • Free parking

Listed skills

• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Curtain wall systems
• Façade systems
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Blueprint reading
• Mechanical tools proficiency
• Prototyping
• Troubleshooting
• Design optimization
• Performance testing
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Safety standards compliance
• Communication skills

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research