Wind Tunnel Test Technician
Department: Wind Tunnel

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Guelph, ON

Reporting To: Cory Dean

Compensation: CA$50,000 - CA$60,000 / year

Description
RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what's possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.

We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle.

Here’s what this looks like:

You push the boundaries of what's possible

People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments

You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone

If this sounds like you and you're ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renown technical and exceptionally cutting-edge colleagues, RWDI is the place for you. RWDI is seeking a Wind Tunnel Test Technician (Operator) to join the Wind Tunnel Group in Guelph, Ontario. This is a full-time permanent position, requiring rotating day, afternoon, and night shifts.

The Wind Tunnel Test Technician is responsible for setting up and executing experiments adhering to the prescribed test program and quality standards.



This is an exciting opportunity to work on testing physical models of some of the world's most innovative buildings and infrastructure projects in RWDI's internationally recognized wind tunnel facilities.

Key Responsibilities
The role includes but is not limited to:

Work as part of a team to set up and execute wind tunnel testing projects

Assemble, install, and secure test models, sensors, and equipment

Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment safely and effectively

Operate computer systems to support testing and data collection

Inspect test setups and results to ensure quality and accuracy

Identify and resolve setup issues to keep projects moving efficiently

Follow established safety procedures and operating standards

Maintain equipment and workspaces in a clean and organized condition

Communicate effectively with technical and operations team members

Help deliver projects on time while maintaining high quality standards

Please note, this is a week day position (Monday - Friday), on a 2 week rotation of day, afternoon and night shifts. (Shift premiums available).

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Candidates need to also have the following qualifications:





Hands-on skills relating to carpentry or physical assembly of components, including the use of various hand and power tools

Technologically inclined and competent using windows-based programs

Excellent attention to detail in both physical and computer environments

Logical thinker with positive judgement and decision-making abilities

Ability to work with commitment and accuracy under pressure to successfully meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Ability to lift 50lbs

Self-starter and able to work independently and as part of a team

Post-Secondary education in Instrumentation Technology is considered an asset

Job Benefits
What We Offer:

An opportunity to redefine possible

Salary range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 (based on experience)

Shift premium for afternoon and night shifts

Group health benefits

Proactive and ongoing training, education, and a Learning Spending Account

Fitness Spending Account

An abundance of career paths and opportunities to advance

Thank you in advance for your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code. AI is not used in the recruitment process.

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📌 Wind Tunnel Test Technician (Ontario)
🏢 RWDI
📍 Ontario