Posted 5 days ago
Technical Specialist - Glazing and Building Envelope Systems
@ Flynn Group of Companies
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Flynn Group of Companies is hiring a Technical Specialist in Mississauga, Ontario, to support testing, investigation and development of glazing, window and building envelope systems. The role is full-time, combining office technical work with field reviews, performance testing, reporting and system development. Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering or building discipline and 2-3 years of relevant experience, plus a valid driver's licence.
Pay:
$60,000–$70,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate laboratory and field testing of glazing systems
- Conduct site reviews and inspections during construction
- Investigate product and installation failures
- Prepare technical reports and client communications
- Support design review of window and façade systems
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, structural or building engineering
- 2-3 years of glazing or building envelope experience
- Experience with product testing and field reviews
- Ability to read architectural drawings and shop drawings
- Strong technical writing skills
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Systems Engineering |
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Flynn Group of Companies
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With offices across the USA and Canada, Flynn is the leading commercial roofing & cladding contractor in North America.
Full company description
The Flynn Group of Companies is North America's leading building envelope trade contractor. Since 1978 we have been providing quality contracting services in the institutional, commercial, and industrial construction marketplace. The Flynn Group of Companies employs in excess of 6000 people in 35 office locations and is positioned in five distinct, but related, business sectors: - Roofing Systems - Glazing & Curtain Walls - Architectural Metals - Roofing Service - Waterproofing ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS: Flynn is currently looking to grow. Whether you are concerned about succession planning or in expansion mode, we can help you take your business and team to the next level. We are looking to merge with companies whose values are aligned and who have like-minded business owners. With more than 40 years of experience, Flynn has grown by acquisition and subsequent organic growth resulting in profitable, long-term equity opportunities for its key leaders. If you are interested and your company's annual sales are in excess of 5 million dollars of low-slope roofing, please email [email protected]
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- Business categories
- Construction
- Building Maintenance
- Civil Engineering
- Property Development
- Other recorded names
- Flynn Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Building Envelope
- Commercial Roofing
- Green Roof
- Glazing
- Curtain Wall
- Architectural Metals
- Roofing Service & Maintenance
- Cladding
- Service
- Snow Removal
- Preventive Maintenance
- and Total Building Envelope
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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The Flynn Group of Companies is North America's leading building envelope trade contractor. Since 1978 we have been providing quality contracting services in the institutional, commercial, and industrial construction marketplace. The Flynn Group of Companies employs in excess of 6000 people in 35 office locations and is positioned in five distinct, but related, business sectors: - Roofing Systems - Glazing &…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1978 |
| Specialties | Building EnvelopeCommercial RoofingGreen RoofGlazingCurtain WallArchitectural MetalsRoofing Service & MaintenanceCladdingServiceSnow Removal |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 105 |
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At Flynn, it's not just a job, it's a career
Job Title: Technical Specialist - Glazing and Building Envelope Systems
Technical Services/Engineering Division
Mississauga, Ontario
Position Summary
Reporting to the Glazing Product Manager, the Technical Specialist supports the evaluation, testing, investigation, and development of glazing, window, and building envelope systems. This role combines office-based technical work with field activities, including performance testing, site reviews, technical investigations, report preparation, and system development. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and manufacturers to ensure products and projects meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.
What What 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.
-Rewarding, challenging, fast-paced work in an excellent environment.
-Work on international large-scale projects.
A Day in the Life:
Testing & Performance Evaluation
-Coordinate and oversee laboratory and field testing programs for windows, doors, curtain walls, and related glazing systems.
-Develop testing plans, review procedures, and evaluate results against project requirements and applicable standards.
-Analyze performance data related to structural integrity, air infiltration, water penetration, thermal performance, and durability.
-Support product qualification, certification, and compliance activities.
Site Reviews & Quality Assurance
-Conduct site reviews and inspections during fabrication, installation, and project completion stages.
-Verify constructed work conforms to approved drawings, specifications, and company standards.
-Document observations through field notes, photographs, and written reports.
-Identify deficiencies and assist in developing practical solutions.
Investigations & Technical Analysis
-Investigate product, installation, and performance-related concerns involving glazing and building envelope systems.
-Assess deficiencies, failures, and service issues to determine root causes.
-Gather and analyze field data to support technical evaluations.
-Develop recommendations for corrective actions and performance improvements.
Technical Reporting
-Prepare professional reports outlining observations, analyses, conclusions, and recommendations.
-Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records.
-Prepare technical correspondence, memoranda, and client communications.
-Present findings and recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
Window & System Development
-Assist in the development and refinement of window, glazing, curtain wall, and façade system designs.
-Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and product submittals.
-Prepare technical details and supporting documentation for projects and product development initiatives.
-Support efforts to improve product performance, manufacturability, and installation efficiency.
Project Support
-Collaborate with architects, consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and internal departments.
-Participate in project meetings and contribute to technical discussions.
-Provide technical guidance during project execution and product development activities.-
-Assist in developing internal standards, procedures, and best practices.
What You Bring
-Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Architectural, Building Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
-Minimum 2-3 years of experience in glazing, fenestration, curtain wall, window, door, or building envelope systems. --- -Strong understanding of building envelope performance and construction practices.
-Experience conducting product testing, field reviews, inspections, and technical investigations.
-Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and technical documentation.
-Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
-Strong technical writing and communication abilities.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and related technical software.
-Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
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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.
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