Meet one of the listed professional qualification routes: be a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of practice; be a Registered Architect or Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with relevant specialized experience; or be a ULC S1001 Certified Specialist employed by an authorized ULC S1001 Service Provider.
Have a minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in building commissioning, electrical/mechanical consulting, or hands-on installation and testing of fire alarm and life safety systems.
Have 5 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering for industrial, commercial, and/or institutional buildings.
Have deep familiarity with CAN/ULC-S1001, the National Building Code (NBC), the National Fire Code (NFC), local provincial standards including Ontario Building Code Division B, and applicable standards such as the Canadian Electrical Code and Ontario Building Code.
Have working knowledge of fire alarm panels, sprinkler and standpipe systems, emergency generators, smoke control and HVAC dampers, electromagnetic locks, elevator recall controls, and building automation systems (BAS).
Have project management skills, technical writing ability for high-stakes reports, and the ability to resolve conflicts between competing trades on-site.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Be eligible to work in Canada.
Responsibilities
Develop project-specific Integrated Testing Plans (ITPs) by reviewing engineering drawings, building designs, and sequences of operation to identify system integration points and expected functional outcomes.
Coordinate integrated testing activities among mechanical, electrical, fire protection, elevator, building automation, and software contractors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders involved in integrated systems testing and maintain project schedules.
Witness and oversee live functional testing of integrated life safety systems to verify proper interaction between connected systems.
Verify that a trigger in one system, such as a sprinkler waterflow switch, correctly initiates actions in other systems, such as a fire alarm signal, elevator recall, or fan shutdown.
Identify and document integration failures, work with design engineers and installation contractors to troubleshoot root causes, and schedule retesting after corrections.
Prepare, compile, and sign or seal the final compliance report, and submit it to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), such as municipal building inspectors, to secure building occupancy.
Travel regularly to active construction and project sites.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience or design knowledge in fire protection sprinkler, mechanical, or electrical systems is highly desirable.
Are you a motivated and passionate individual, eager to advance your career? As one of Canada’s leading Mechanical/Electrical engineering firms, INVIRO is looking for a dedicated team member to join our growing team. Working with us means you'll be part of a close-knit team, tackling diverse and challenging projects in the ICI sector, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Why INVIRO? At INVIRO, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment. Our office, which is WELL Health-Safety Certified, is designed to promote a safe and healthy atmosphere where every team member can thrive. Joining INVIRO means becoming part of a family that values your contributions and is dedicated to achieving collective excellence. We are excited to see what you bring to our team!
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop project-specific Integrated Testing Plans (ITPs) by reviewing engineering drawings, building designs, and sequences of operation to identify all system integration points and expected functional outcomes.
Coordinate integrated testing activities among mechanical, electrical, fire protection, elevator, building automation, and software contractors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders involved in integrated systems testing and maintain project schedules.
Witness and oversee live functional testing of integrated life safety systems to verify proper interaction between all connected systems.
Ensure that a trigger in one system (e.g., a sprinkler waterflow switch) correctly initiates actions in others (e.g., fire alarm signal, elevator recall, fan shutdown).
Identify and document integration failures, work closely with design engineers and install contractors to troubleshoot root causes, and schedule re-testing once corrected.
Prepare, compile, and sign/seal the final compliance report. Submit this to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), such as municipal building inspectors, to secure building occupancy.
Qualifications: Candidates must meet one of the three following professional qualification requirements:
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of practice (preferred and often required for signing final reports by municipalities).
Registered Architect or Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with relevant specialized experience.
ULC S1001 Certified Specialist employed by an authorized ULC S1001 Service Provider.
Requirements:
Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in building commissioning, electrical/mechanical consulting, or hands-on installation and testing of fire alarm and life safety systems.
5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering for industrial, commercial, and/or institutional buildings.
Deep familiarity with CAN/ULC-S1001, the National Building Code (NBC), National Fire Code (NFC), and local provincial standards (e.g., Ontario Building Code Div. B, 3.2.9.1 / 9.10.18.10 Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as the Canadian Electrical Code, Ontario Building Code (OBC), Canadian National Building Code (NBC), etc.
Working knowledge of fire alarm panels, sprinkler/standpipe systems, emergency generators, smoke control/HVAC dampers, electromagnetic locks, elevator recall controls, and building automation systems (BAS).
Strong project management skills, exceptional technical writing (for high-stakes reports), and the diplomacy required to resolve conflicts between competing trades on-site. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Prior experience or design knowledge in fire protection sprinkler, mechanical, or electrical systems is highly desirable.
Regular travel to active construction and project sites is required (valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required).
Position Details:
Type: Full-time, On Site
Location: Scarborough, Ontario
Purpose: Existing Vacancy
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.
Compensation Range: $60,000 - $90,000 /per annum
This compensation represents INVIRO’s current anticipated range for this position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application for consideration. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodation Notice: We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met while keeping all details strictly confidential.
Each qualified applicant will receive consideration for employment without being subject to discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.
AI Disclosure: Please note that our organization uses AI (artificial intelligence) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by a recruitment team. For more information please contact us.
Recruitment Agencies: Applications submitted by individual candidates are welcomed. Applications submitted by recruitment agencies or recruiters with which INVIRO does not have an existing agreement, no referral fees will be paid. Unsolicited resumes or applications from such agencies or recruiters will be deemed to be referred without fee or any other charges.