About
Airtight Engineering Inc. is a Saskatchewan-based consulting firm which integrates energy modeling and Passive House principles with mechanical system design. This means optimizing the efficiency of the building shell before designing an efficient mechanical system. We guide this optimization using energy models to make data-driven design choices.
We are passionate about designing high-performance building envelopes and mechanical systems that are sustainable, resilient, comfortable, and healthy. In addition to design work, we love to facilitate building science and energy efficiency training.
We consult on residential, multi-unit residential, commercial, and industrial projects for both new construction and energy retrofits. Airtight Engineering consults across Canada and into the United States, and is licensed to provide Engineering services in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba.
Mission Statement:
To facilitate the transition to sustainable high-quality buildings by combining passive house principles with mechanical system design.
Airtight Engineering engages its mission through the following pathways:
I. High-performance building design services
II. Building energy efficiency education and training
III. High-performance building advocacy and industry engagement
IV. Learning and continuous improvement
V. Removing barriers and challenges to creating Passive House buildings
Our Team
Matthew Dipple
P.Eng. (SK, AB, MB), CPHC, EnerGuide Advisor
Principal
Cameron Jensen
P.Eng. (SK)
Principal
Matt is a Professional Engineer with permission to consult in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Systems Engineering. He is a Certified Passive House Consultant, and teaches with Passive House Canada. Matthew has experience in building energy modelling, mechanical design, project management, and asset management.
Cam holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Cam has extensive experience in energy modelling, load calculations, mechanical design, and preparation of construction drawings. Cam received Passive House Design and Construction training held by Passive House Canada. He is skilled with the Passive House Planning Package, SketchUp, and Revit.
Steffen Bertelsen
Engineer-in-Training (SK), CPHT
Principal
Steffen holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering. Steffen’s career in sustainable buildings began with Integrated Designs, completing LEED certification and commissioning of commercial, institutional, and residential buildings throughout Canada. Steffen is a Certified Passive House Tradesperson and teaches with Passive House Canada.
Riley Fitzsimmons
P.Eng. (SK, MB)
Sustainable Building Engineer
Riley is a Professional Engineer with Permission to Consult in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, holding a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering. He transitioned from civil engineering consulting to a career in building science after designing and moving into his own net-zero home in 2021. Riley provides energy modelling services using Passive House Planning Package and Hot2000, along with project management and energy consulting as part of the Airtight Engineering team.
Christina Stroeder
B.Sc, Mechanical Engineering
(in-progress)
Mechanical Design Intern
Christina is in her final year of a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. As part of her degree, she has studied thermal systems design, and she is now looking forward to building and adapting her skills to the sustainable buildings industry. Christina is also currently completing a microcredential in tech stewardship and a certificate in technological innovation.
Allison Goerzen
B.A., Cert of Office Administration
Director of Administration
Allison has a bachelor’s degree in Global Development and Gender and Sexuality Studies from the University of Calgary (AB) and a certificate in Office Administration from Olds College (AB). She has 5+ years of experience in the non-for-profit sector, including both directing programs as well as providing administrative support. Besides being a total bookkeeping nerd, Allison has experience with payroll processing, event planning, and customer service.
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