Researcher, Building Systems - Chercheur, Systèmes de construction

Job summary

The researcher will contribute to various projects by planning and executing innovative research in laboratory and factory settings to support the wood and construction industries. They will also provide scientific data to influence building codes and standards while collaborating with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

Job details

Researcher, Building Systems Employment Status: Permanent, Full-Time Work Location: Quebec City (QC) or Vancouver (BC) What we offer * An organization that values agility and innovation * The chance to work with dedicated and passionate people * A hybrid remote work policy * A Monday-through-Friday workweek with flexible working hours * The access to a comprehensive range of employee benefits and vacation eligibility starting on your first day * A flexible retirement plan with employer and employee contributions (up to 7% from the employer) * A total of 14.5 paid holidays * A supplement to the parental insurance plan Description Reporting to the Building Systems Group Manager, the successful candidate will contribute to a variety of projects in collaboration with the organization’s researchers and technologists to deliver research projects and contracts for the wood and construction industries. We are seeking a candidate with a degree in wood or civil engineering, with advanced knowledge of wood processing and construction systems. This individual will be responsible for developing, proposing, planning, and executing innovative projects in the laboratory and in the factory to support the Canadian forestry sector’s efforts in diversifying their activities. Responsibilities * Understand the industry’s operational, tactical, and strategic needs and work towards achieving the goals of the forestry sector * Contribute to research related to the regulatory process for building construction in Canada * Provide scientific data to support changes to codes and standards and market access strategies for the wood industry * Analyze and interpret the results of analytical and experimental studies * Conduct and deliver studies, laboratory and factory tests, measurements, and analyses by applying the fundamentals of engineering and building science * Share acquired knowledge through presentations to the scientific community, the industry stakeholders, and governments * Work with governments, the wood products industry, and professional associations, as well as architects, engineers, and contractors. Qualifications * At least three years of experience; a master’s degree or, preferably, a Ph.D. in wood engineering or civil engineering, or an approved equivalent * Solid theoretical foundation in wood processing * In-depth knowledge of the Canadian engineered wood industry, forest products, and construction systems * Demonstrated skills in experimentation (laboratory and field testing) * Ability to solve complex problems and build scientific consensus * Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken (required for this position given the need to work with unilingual English- and French-speaking staff located in Quebec and British Columbia) * Engineering degree or eligibility for such a degree in Canada * Strong writing skills * Willingness to travel FPInnovations is committed to upholding the principle of equal access to employment.

What you’ll do

The researcher will contribute to various projects by planning and executing innovative research in laboratory and factory settings to support the wood and construction industries. They will also provide scientific data to influence building codes and standards while collaborating with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in wood or civil engineering with at least three years of experience and a master's degree or Ph.D. Strong knowledge of the Canadian engineered wood industry and proficiency in both English and French are required.

Benefits

• Hybrid remote work policy
• Flexible working hours
• Comprehensive employee benefits
• Vacation eligibility
• Flexible retirement plan
• Employer retirement contributions
• 14.5 paid holidays
• Parental insurance plan supplement

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Wood engineering
• Civil engineering
• Wood processing
• Construction systems
• Building science
• Laboratory testing
• Field testing
• Data analysis
• Scientific research
• Project planning
• Technical writing
• Problem solving
• Regulatory compliance
• Engineering fundamentals
• Regulatory Process
• Building Science
• Market Access Strategy
• Complex Problem Solving
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Planning
• Research
• Construction
• Civil Engineering
• Field Testing
• Forestry
• Innovation
• Presentations
• Writing

Job areas

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Building Systems Engineer
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Civil Engineers