Civil/Structural EIT – Commercial Building Design

Bluestar Engineering Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. in Calgary seeks a Civil/Structural Engineer-in-Training to join our Civil Engineering team. You will perform structural analysis, design and prepare deliverables for commercial and industrial projects, with emphasis on steel structures and reinforced concrete foundations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, an E.I.T. designation in Alberta or eligibility for APEGA, and 4+ years of experience in commercial building design;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural engineering or related discipline.
• EIT designation in Alberta or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
• 4+ years of experience in commercial building structural design; EPCM experience preferred.
• Strong experience with structural steel design and reinforced concrete foundation design.
• Proficiency with STAAD.Pro or similar structural analysis software.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and structural modelling.
• Knowledge of NBCC, CSA S16, CSA A23.3 and loading requirements; IBC asset.
• Engineering calculation and technical documentation skills.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for commercial and industrial buildings.
• Assist in the design of structural steel framing systems, including beams, columns, bracing, connections, and supporting structures.
• Assist in the design of reinforced concrete foundations, including spread footings, strip footings, grade beams, pile foundations, and equipment foundations.
• Perform structural analysis using STAAD.Pro and other finite element analysis/design software.
• Assist in the development of structural calculations, design criteria, engineering reports, and technical specifications.
• Review architectural, civil, mechanical, and other engineering drawings for structural coordination.
• Prepare and review structural drawings and design details.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop recommendations for repair, modification, or strengthening where required.
• Assist in the coordination of activities between clients, contractors, architects, and other engineering disciplines.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor submissions.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable Canadian building codes, CSA standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Provide technical support during construction and address structural issues that arise in the field.

Skills

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

EIT designation in Alberta or eligibility for APEGA

Tools

STAAD.Pro

Revit

AutoCAD

Tekla

Job description

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. in Calgary seeks a Civil/Structural Engineer-in-Training to join our Civil Engineering team. You will perform structural analysis, design and prepare deliverables for commercial and industrial projects, with emphasis on steel structures and reinforced concrete foundations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, an E.I.T. designation in Alberta or eligibility for APEGA, and 4+ years of experience in commercial building design;