Senior Structural Engineer

Modern Technical Staffing Inc.; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technical Staffing Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer/Technical Lead for Kingston, Ontario, in a hybrid, full-time/permanent role. The position focuses on leading structural projects with emphasis on safety, quality, and cost-effective delivery, while mentoring the team and coordinating with cross-disciplinary groups.

You will apply OBC Part 4, CSA S16/S136, CSA O86 and related codes, review designs, and develop proposals and reports for clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• P.Eng designation in good standing with PEO.
• 8+ years of experience in an engineering role.
• Regular field work on Kingston-area sites with contractors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and completion of structural projects with focus on quality and safety.
• Act as Project Manager on single-discipline projects to keep on time and on budget.
• Coordinate with PM team on multi-disciplinary projects to progress as planned.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to the team.
• Write proposals and reports, review designs, and coordinate with vendors/clients.
• Apply building codes and standards: OBC Part 4, CSA A23.3, CSA S16, CSA S136, CSA O86.

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Mentorship

Code compliance

MS Office

Structural software

Basic coding

Local knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Structural)

P.Eng designation

Tools

SAFI GSE

S-Frame

SPSlab

MASS

Woodworks

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer/Technical Lead

Location: Kingston, ON - hybrid

Employment Type: Full-time/Permanent

Our client is a well-established multidisciplinary engineering firm that specializes in land development engineering, structural engineering, and building services (mechanical and electrical). They are looking for a Technical Lead/Senior Structural Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis in Kingston on a hybrid basis.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the successful planning, execution, and completion of structural engineering projects for our clients - with a strong focus on quality, cost-effective delivery, safety, and compliance.
• Act as Project Manager on single-discipline projects, keeping them on time and on budget.
• Coordinate with Project Management team on multi-disciplinary projects to keep things moving forward as planned.
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, training, and mentorship to your team.
• Write proposals and reports, review designs, and coordinate with vendors and clients.
• Using your extensive knowledge of building codes and structural standards: OBC Part 4, CSA A23.3, CSA S16, CSA S136, CSA O86

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• 8+ years of experience in an Engineering role.
• Comfortable with field work: construction sites, contractors, and building relationships in the Kingston area are a regular part of this role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and structural analysis software (e.g., SAFI GSE, S-Frame, SPSlab, MASS, Woodworks); basic coding experience is a plus.
• Strong, client-focused work ethic, and entrepreneurial approach.
• A collaborative mindset - you speak up, share your perspective, and aren't afraid to respectfully challenge the team when you see a better way.