Engineering Design Technician

at  Ply Gem Canada

ABOUT US

Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play -from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.
Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers’ needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it’s our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

One Company. Hundreds of Products. Endless Possibilities. Ply Gem is North America’s leading manufacturer of exterior building materials, including windows, siding, stone, and 40 other categories. At Ply Gem, we provide the nation’s residential builders, remodelers, and architects with access to a comprehensive range of building products. From new construction to repair, remodel and replacement, our full line of building products provide quality and value for all types of projects.
Ply Gem Canada is a growing company in the building products industry backed by Cornerstone Building Brands, providing us with stability and strength in the North American market. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in North America with brands you’ve come to know and trust. We have endless building product options from standard to specialty to customized to whatever you’re looking for. But it’s our service capabilities that sets us apart.
At Ply Gem Canada, we strive to produce a continuous stream of market leading products and services. We are creative and seek to recognize, embrace and apply new ideas and commercialize them more quickly than our competitors. We relentlessly seek to raise the bar on our products and services. We establish a reputation for innovation, quality and service that differentiates us from our competitors and enables us to tailor products and services to be the market leader.
Our building solutions are the cornerstone of the communities we serve. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Engineering Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of projects within the multifamily residential housing sector. You will be responsible for overseeing the shop drawing process and configuration reviews for windows and doors, collaborating closely with third-party engineering firms, internal sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams, as well as external builder/developer customers.

• Shop Drawing Process Management: Lead the creation, review, and approval process of shop drawings for windows and doors in multifamily residential projects.
• Configuration Reviews: Conduct detailed reviews of product configurations to ensure compliance with project specifications, building codes, and industry standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with third-party engineering firms to coordinate the development and approval of shop drawings, addressing any technical issues or discrepancies.
• Internal Coordination: Collaborate with internal sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment between project requirements and product capabilities.
• Customer Engagement: Interface with external builder/developer customers to gather project requirements, provide technical support, and address any concerns or questions.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough quality checks on shop drawings and configurations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all shop drawing approvals, configuration reviews, and communications with stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline the shop drawing process and enhance efficiency through the implementation of best practices and tools.
• Adherence to Deadlines: Ensure that all tasks related to shop drawing approvals and configuration reviews are completed within established timelines to meet project schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering Technology, Architecture, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and other relevant tools for creating and reviewing shop drawings.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the building materials or construction industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and quality assurance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in a dynamic work environment.

• Shop Drawing Process Management: Lead the creation, review, and approval process of shop drawings for windows and doors in multifamily residential projects.
• Configuration Reviews: Conduct detailed reviews of product configurations to ensure compliance with project specifications, building codes, and industry standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with third-party engineering firms to coordinate the development and approval of shop drawings, addressing any technical issues or discrepancies.
• Internal Coordination: Collaborate with internal sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment between project requirements and product capabilities.
• Customer Engagement: Interface with external builder/developer customers to gather project requirements, provide technical support, and address any concerns or questions.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough quality checks on shop drawings and configurations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all shop drawing approvals, configuration reviews, and communications with stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline the shop drawing process and enhance efficiency through the implementation of best practices and tools.
• Adherence to Deadlines: Ensure that all tasks related to shop drawing approvals and configuration reviews are completed within established timelines to meet project schedules