Our client, a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Structural (Small Buildings) Engineer, Project Lead to work out of their Kitchener office. This is a permanent, full-time position, paying a salary between 80-110k, including paid overtime, RRSP matching, an annual performance bonus, and a generous benefits and vacation package.
The Candidate will be responsible for assisting with structural analysis and design for a variety of building types, including single-family and multi-residential dwellings (included in Part 9 of the OBC). This candidate will work as the Project Lead and with other engineers, engineering trainees, and technologists to complete structural analysis and designs for new and existing buildings/components, as well as assisting with development and review of drawing packages. They will be required to seal their own work, as well as that of designers under their direction. Field work, including structure evaluation and/or construction review, will also be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Become familiar with design guidelines, standards, and regulations associated with structural engineering (specifically wood frame construction)
- Preparation of structural engineering design and documents ensuring accuracy, adequacy, and conformance to the design requirements
- Set up AutoCAD drawings as per the company’s standard
- Prepare AutoCAD drawings from sketches, mark-ups and/or design
- Manage project tasks within assigned time and budget constraints
- Maintain familiarity with current techniques, codes, and standards to sustain and improve technical skills
- Assist in researching new systems, resources, analytical processes, procedures and working practices to identify and implement changes to increase efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability
- Coordinate with other team members on various projects at the same time to achieve project milestones
- Accept technical guidance from colleagues or senior staff
- Work within the project team environment from preliminary stages of the design through to completion
- Coordinate structural aspects of projects with other discipline designs and drawings
- When required, complete site investigations, general reviews of construction, and preparation of field review reports
- Other tasks as assigned by Senior Engineers/Techs, Team Lead or Division Manager
Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Structural Engineering from an accredited Canadian University or equivalent required
- Registered as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers of Ontario required
- 4+ years of experience in Structural Engineering related to design of buildings
- Knowledge of OBC (specifically part 9)
- Experience with wood frame construction
- Ability to communicate with clients and coworkers effectively
- Proficient with AutoCAD and the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams); Experience with Woodworks considered an asset
- Strong knowledge of construction materials and practices or construction work experience considered an asset
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision and in a team environment
- Commitment to ongoing professional and personal growth; willingness to learn
- Excellent attention to detail
- Access to vehicle for site review/inspections
If interested in applying, please email your resume to Claire Stone at cstone@recruitmentbydesign.com with the wording “Job 675 – Structural (Small Buildings) Engineer, Project Lead” in the subject line.
