Position Title: Structural Engineer (P.Eng.)
Employment Type: Full-Time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Structural Engineer brings deep technical expertise in steel structure building design, detailing and installation and a thorough understanding of relevant codes and standards, and the ability to manage multiple projects through design, review, fabrication, and installation support.
This role is hands-on and technically focused, ideal for a P. Eng. who thrives in solving complex design challenges, reviewing detailed drawings, and ensuring compliance and efficiency across all engineering deliverables and sign and seal the relevant drawings and documents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership
· Perform and review structural analysis and design for steel and pre-engineered building systems in accordance with CSA, AISC, and NBC standards.
· Prepare and validate design calculations, connection designs, and engineering drawings.
· Review and stamp engineering packages, shop drawings, and fabrication details.
· Ensure all designs, fabrication and installation meet client specifications, structural integrity, and constructability requirements.
· Support value engineering initiatives to optimize designs for material efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Project Management
· Provide technical guidance throughout all phases of a project - from design and detailing through fabrication and erection.
· Ensure quality designs are developed and delivered on time and within budget.
· Provide technical support to project teams throughout project execution, including design clarifications, RFI responses, and coordination with clients, consultants, and site teams.
· Collaborate and coordinate with third-party engineering, detailing, and design firms, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and align with company practices and project deliverables.
· Assist pre-contract and sales teams with the preparation of proposals, engineering estimates, engineering schedules, and schematic designs.
· Coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution.
· Collaborate with clients, architects, structural engineers and contractors to ensure alignment and resolve design challenges.
Quality, Standards, & Continuous Improvement
· Uphold and apply company engineering standards, templates, and calculation methods.
· Participate in peer reviews to ensure high technical quality and consistency across projects.
· Stay current with evolving building codes, design methods, and steel industry best practices.
· Assist the Director in developing technical standards and best practices.
· Contribute to company goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
· Registered Professional Structural Engineer (P.Eng.), in good standing.
· 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in structural engineering.
· Proven track record of leading design and engineering projects.
· Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to promote creative solutions.
· Strong knowledge of structural systems, materials, and design software (e.g., RISA, ETABS, SAP2000, Revit, AutoCAD 2D & 3D).
· Demonstrated experience reviewing and approving shop drawings, fabrication details, and erection drawings.
· Experience collaborating directly with project management and construction teams to resolve technical challenges
· Experience with structural steel, Conventional and Pre-Engineered Building systems considered a significant asset.
· Registration in BC and additional Canadian Provinces would be an asset.
Preferred Traits
· Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset.
· Proven ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.
· Strong problem-solving ability and professional judgment in balancing technical requirements, constructability, and cost considerations.
· Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
· Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment.
