Scaffold design engineer

Element Consulting Engineers Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Consulting Engineers Ltd. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a motivated Temporary Structures / Scaffold Designer to join our team full-time in-office.

You will design scaffolding and temporary works, prepare drawings and calculations, collaborate with engineers, contractors, and project teams, and ensure compliance with CSA, NBC and WorkSafeBC standards. Experience with AutoCAD and structural detailing is preferred, and you’ll contribute to practical engineering solutions for diverse

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with scaffolding, temporary works, structural steel, or construction-related design is an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with structural analysis software is an asset.
• Strong understanding of structural principles and load paths.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail scaffolding and temporary structures for construction projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and design details.
• Work with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project teams to develop practical solutions.
• Review existing scaffold/temporary structures and assess loading conditions.
• Prepare and revise CAD drawings and design documentation.
• Support project coordination and respond to technical inquiries.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable CSA, NBC, WorkSafeBC, and other relevant standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural analysis software

Job description

We’re Hiring – Temporary Structures / Scaffold Designer

Element Consulting Engineers (ECE) is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Temporary Structures / Scaffold Designer to join our team in Burnaby, BC.

We work on a wide range of temporary works and scaffolding projects, providing practical and engineered solutions for construction projects across BC.

Location: Burnaby, BC

Employment: Full-time

Work arrangement: In-office

Responsibilities

• Design and detail scaffolding and temporary structures for construction projects
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and design details
• Work with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project teams to develop practical solutions
• Review existing scaffold/temporary structures and assess loading conditions
• Prepare and revise CAD drawings and design documentation
• Support project coordination and respond to technical inquiries
• Ensure designs comply with applicable CSA, NBC, WorkSafeBC, and other relevant standards

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience with scaffolding, temporary works, structural steel, or construction-related design is an asset
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with structural analysis software is an asset
• Strong understanding of structural principles and load paths
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a consulting engineering or construction environment is an asset

We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy practical engineering challenges and developing efficient solutions for unique construction conditions.