Buildings Structural Engineer-in-Training

Are you a Junior Structural Engineer interested in helping to creatively solve the problems that our clients pose? Are you interested in working on a diverse range of projects where no two days are the same? Do you have design experience, a positive attitude, and a strong desire to stay ahead of the curve? If so, we want to hear from you!

We have opportunities available in both our Canmore or Saskatoon offices! Please ensure your desired office locations are marked in your application.

A Little About Us

We are engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and their support teams that work together to deliver infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefit to the community. We are a people-first, high-performance culture. Check out what #ISLLIFE is all about by visiting us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

ISL’s Building’s Team works to deliver excellence for our clients, both internal and external. Committed to finding, mentoring, and growing the right individual, our team approach is integral to our success:

• Flexible – We are a results-oriented team. As a high functioning, remotely enabled group, we are not your typical 9-5; we allow for flexibility in how and where work gets done.
• Interesting work – Together we enjoy a challenge and variety in our work. We pride ourselves on delivering quality service to our clients on each of our projects.
• Entrepreneurial – We are a group of passionate individuals who work independently and as part of a team. We take initiative, run with ideas, and collectively share in project success.
• Location – Our Canmore office is nestled close to the mountains, while our Saskatoon office is in the beautiful heritage Nutana neighbourhood.

A Little About You

Your cover letter must demonstrate:

• What is it about buildings and structural engineering that gets you up in the morning.
• Your approach to creative problem solving and decision making.
• Whether you are looking for an opportunity in Canmore or Saskatoon.

Your resume should show us:

• Registration, or eligibility for registration, as an E.I.T. or P.Eng.
• Familiarity with structural analysis software (e.g., Risa, S-Frame, RFEM, WoodWorks Sizer or other similar).
• Knowledge and application of structural theory, the National Building Code of Canada (NBC 2020), and Canadian Design Standards (O86, S16, A23.3).
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Bonus points for:

• Experience with 3D modeling software such as Revit or CADwork.
• Experience with prefabrication of mass timber or light-frame structures, preparation of shop drawings for suppliers, or hands-on field experience in construction.
• Experience working as prime consultant as well as a subconsultant working with architects and contractors.

A Little More About the Role

Responsibilities:

Your projects will primarily be located in Canmore or Saskatoon, but you will have the opportunity to work on multidisciplinary projects across all of the ISL offices.

• Preparing detailed structural engineering designs from concept, through tender to construction for a wide variety of projects including commercial, recreational, municipal, industrial, and residential buildings, in various structural materials (mass timber, light-frame wood, masonry, concrete, and steel).
• Assembling and reviewing structural deliverables in collaboration with other team members.
• Reviewing and coordinating deliverables with other project team members including architectural, civil, landscape, process, mechanical, electrical, contractors and suppliers as each project requires.
• Participating in project meetings.
• Completing assessments and preparing reports for various buildings and structures.
• Supporting construction administration objectives and performing field reviews, including travel to remote locations.
• Observing and maintaining quality assurance practices and documentation standards on all projects.
• Actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Being a lifelong learner, staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Collaborating with, advising, and assisting team members in other groups and offices.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Creating and/or leveraging custom spreadsheets.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing. Our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Here are some of the exceptional benefits we provide:

• Excellent mentorship.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid model of work.
• Employer paid benefits including health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
• Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
• Group RRSP.
• Annual bonus incentives.
• Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.
• 24/7/365 Employee Family Assistance program.

At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.