Mass Timber Engineer

EASTCUT; Town of Trenton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Nova Scotia is seeking a seasoned timber engineer to lead their mass timber and offsite manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in timber engineering, a strong understanding of timber systems, and proficiency in CAD software. This role offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vacation time.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid volunteer time

Vacation time

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in timber engineering or timber frame construction.
• Deep knowledge of mass timber systems and modern structural detailing.
• Prior experience with industrial, multifamily, or modular building systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering design and detailing of mass timber structures.
• Execute modeling, structural analysis, and design verification.
• Collaborate with design teams to generate submittals and shop drawings.

Skills

Timber engineering expertise

Strong English communication

Proficiency in CADwork and hsbcad

Education

Degree or advanced diploma in Structural Engineering or Timber Construction Technology

Tools

CADwork

hsbcad

Job description

Are you looking to start a new life in a coastal community in Canada? The Macklan Group of Companies might be looking for you! We are looking for someone with deep experience in timber construction who can bridge the design and digital fabrication worlds, someone who understands timber not just as a material, but as a system. You will help lead our growing mass timber and offsite manufacturing operations, bringing European expertise to North American projects.

Tasks

• Lead the engineering design and detailing of mass timber (glulam, CLT, LVL) structures from concept through construction.
• Execute modeling, structural analysis, and design verification for timber components and full systems.
• Design a wide variety of building types including industrial halls, multifamily buildings, single-family housing, and innovative system-built structures.
• Develop comprehensive engineering calculation packages and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with design and drafting teams to generate submittals, shop drawings, and machine-ready production files.
• Interface directly with CNC machinery (e.g., Hundegger Robot Drive, Turbo Drive, PBA) for precise prefabrication.
• Utilize CADwork and/or hsbcad with BIM tools such as Revit to streamline production workflows.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, internal production, and site assembly teams to ensure efficient execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in offsite manufacturing, quality, and installation methods.

Requirements

• Degree or advanced diploma in Structural Engineering or Timber Construction Technology from a recognized technical university or trade school in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, or Finland.
• 10+ years of experience in timber engineering or timber frame construction.
• Deep knowledge of mass timber systems and modern structural detailing.
• Proficiency in CADwork and/or hsbcad, with experience generating files for CNC machine fabrication.
• Prior experience with industrial, multifamily, or modular building systems is highly desirable.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work effectively within an international team.

Benefits

Salary is based on experience. Medical and dental benefits, RRSP matching, paid volunteer time, vacation time, paid time off and other benefits.

All applications are strictly confidential.

If you are interested in this rewarding career opportunity with us, please send your resume in confidence, to us. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.