Opportunities for Structural Designers

J.D. Irving, Limited; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural design company in Nova Scotia is seeking Structural Designers to join their team. The role involves designing cost-effective roof, wall, and floor systems in compliance with building codes, preparing drawings, and providing customer service. Ideal candidates should have a CET designation or Engineering degree alongside a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Competitive wages and various benefits including RRSP contributions and medical insurance are offered. The position promises opportunities for training and career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive wages

RRSP contributions

BlueCross Benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance)

Employee Discounts

Training and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of structural or truss design experience required.
• Self-motivated with effective problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design cost-effective residential and commercial systems conforming to codes.
• Prepare engineered drawings and job site packages.
• Provide customer service to contractors and homeowners.
• Create quotes for systems.
• Train and assist less experienced designers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Reading architectural drawings

MiTek experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

CET designation or Engineering degree

Job description

Atlas Structural Systems is looking for Structural Designers to join their team in Nova Scotia.

Qualifications

• CET designation or Engineering degree is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of structural or truss design experience.
• Able to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and capable of working independently.
• Self-motivated and effective problem-solving skills.
• MiTek experience is considered an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

What's in it for you?

• Competitive wages
• RRSP contributions
• BlueCross Benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
• Employee Discounts
• Training and career advancement opportunities

Please note that Atlas Structural Systems is a manufacturing plant for off-site construction. We are not a designated employer of the Atlantic Immigration Program in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Design cost-effective and easy to install residential and commercial roof, wall and floor systems conforming to building codes.
• Prepare engineered drawings, layouts, and job site packages.
• Provide customer service to contractors and homeowners.
• Create quotes for roof, wall, and floor systems.
• Train and assist less experienced designers.