Our client, an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm, is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their Canadian team in Ottawa. This is a permanent, full-time, remote position, with a salary range of 90-120k, and a competitive vacation and benefits package. The successful candidate will have 4-7 years of project work experience in structural engineering building systems.
The Structural Engineer will develop engineering design solutions appropriate to the context, budget, and aesthetic requirements of building projects and will have the ability to analyze and understand design intent in order to produce efficient and effective technical design solutions. They will have the opportunity to lead projects while collaborating with other professional disciplines, ensuring seamless coordination throughout all project phases using their knowledge of building engineering systems, materials, building codes, and construction technologies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Designs components of the overall building including integrating architectural design and adhering to applicable codes and jurisdictional requirements
- Evaluates engineering design requirements and creates drawings to support constructions projects
- Performs engineering activities such as calculations, code research, material and building systems research, laying out components, and calculation of program and building areas
- Evaluates site conditions, including zoning requirements and site constraints and performs site surveys and field reviews to accurately document existing and new construction conditions
- Synthesizes, interprets and coordinates technical information to write engineering specifications for Project Manuals
- Reviews project products, services and shop drawings to ensure adherence to project documents, relevant jurisdictional codes and corporate quality controls
Required Skills
- Is proficient in Engineering software skills, including AutoCAD, Revit, and structural engineering systems design software
- Engineering knowledge related to building structural systems and multiple building types
- Familiarity with architectural design concepts and building codes is required
- Have successfully completed related post-secondary education; Master's degree would be an asset
- Registered with a relevant professional engineering association
- Possesses or ability to obtain Reliability security clearance
