Marine Structural Design Engineer - Ports & Harbours

Klohn Crippen Berger; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Metro Vancouver is looking for a Marine Structural Design Engineer to lead design efforts for ports and harbours. The role requires strong technical abilities, a minimum of 15 years of experience in project delivery, and effective team mentorship. A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is central to their values. This position offers hybrid work opportunities and a competitive salary range of CAD 120,000 to 170,000 annually.

Benefits

Hybrid work opportunities

Annual performance and salary review

Flexible benefits including RRSP

Paid overtime and sick days

Qualifications

• Strong technical design experience in reinforced concrete, structural steel, and marine structures.
• Proven team leadership and communication capabilities.
• Familiarity with construction scheduling for large projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design for ports and harbours.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior staff and prepare technical reports.

Skills

P.Eng. registration in Canada

15+ years of progressive engineering experience

Effective cross-disciplinary coordination skills

Excellent verbal and written English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

P.Eng. or eligibility in BC

Job description

Join to apply for the Marine Structural Design Engineer - Ports & Harbours role at Klohn Crippen Berger

Base pay range

120,000.00 / yr - $170,000.00 / yr

This range is provided by Klohn Crippen Berger. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

This description reflects a senior role focused on marine structural design within a multidisciplinary team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead engineering design for ports, harbours, and large civil infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, and drafters
• Mentor junior staff and help grow the technical capabilities of the team
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and project summaries
• Participate in site visits to gather design input and ensure quality throughout project phases
• Foster strong client relationships and contribute to business development
• Occasionally travel within Canada and abroad

What We’re Looking For

• P.Eng. registration in Canada (or eligibility in BC); P.E. (USA) is an asset
• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including project delivery in port engineering or similar heavy civil projects
• Strong technical design experience in: Reinforced concrete and structural steel; Foundations (piled and other), marine structures, and earthworks; Seismic and marine-specific design
• Effective cross-disciplinary coordination skills
• Proven team leadership and ability to communicate across all levels
• Excellent verbal and written English and strong report writing capabilities
• Familiarity with construction scheduling for large projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

The salary for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.

Along with continued career development, KCB offers

• Hybrid work opportunities
• Annual performance and salary review
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
• Paid OT, and sick days
• Flexible benefits, including RRSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
• Dedication to World Economic Forum’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed to developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate feel valued and are treated equitably. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of, check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting

Industries

• Civil Engineering

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