Senior Structural Engineer. Buildings

WSP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to work on innovative design solutions for various sectors. The ideal candidate has 7-15 years of experience in structural engineering and a Bachelor's or Master's degree. Responsibilities include engineering calculations, preparing detailed drawings, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a dynamic team focused on creativity and excellence.

Qualifications

• 7-15 years' experience in Structural Engineering.
• Experience in institutional, healthcare, science, transportation, and industrial projects.
• Strong people skills and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for various structures.
• Oversee preparation of detail drawings and specifications.
• Conduct field reviews and inspections.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Design software proficiency

Knowledge of OBC and NBC

Technical writing

Project management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer with PEO

Job description

Overview

TORONTO – Senior Structural Engineer, Buildings. WSP is currently seeking an ambitious, dynamic and innovative Senior Structural Engineer to join our Structural Engineering Group, located at our Toronto or Thornhill office. Reporting to a Manager, Structural Engineering, this position will be responsible for working with a multi-disciplinary team to take innovative design solutions from proposal stage through to constructed projects for clients in a wide variety of sectors. This role can grow to include a client facing component and will allow the candidate to gain knowledge of project management best practises.

What you’ll do

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures, under the supervision of Senior Engineers
• Perform calculations using latest design software and advanced finite element modelling underpinned by a sound understanding of basic principles
• Demonstrate sound capabilities, as well as practical knowledge of both the OBC and NBC
• Oversee preparation of detail drawings, sections and standard details, specifications, and ensure quality delivery
• Write technical reports
• Conduct field reviews, inspections, and condition assessments
• Aid in the preparation of proposals
• Mentor junior staff and aid in developing the next generation of talent
• Have fun developing innovative and elegant solutions for new and existing structures
• Approach all projects with curiosity and innovation through a client centric lens
• A proactive approach to diversity and inclusion, both in the work environment and in developing designs
• Advance the notion of computational design and interactions between graphical and analytical structural models
• Occasional travel within Canada for project related work, site assessments and site support
• Other duties as assigned/required

About you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer with PEO or application in progress
• 7-15 years’ experience in Structural Engineering
• Design experience on a variety of project types including some of the following – institutional, healthcare, science, transportation, industrial or the private sector commercial or residential.
• Display a value adding attitude through dynamic, innovative, pro-active and disruptive thinking within a solution driven environment.
• Pro-active, energetic, highly responsive and client centric
• Dedicated team player with strong people skills, empathetic mindset and service excellence
• Excellent organizational and technical writing skills
• Valid driver’s license

Value Add

• Creative and innovative – prepared to put out of the box ideas forward
• Has experience with light industrial and/or infrastructure projects
• Comfortable with failure in a supportive environment
• Listen respectfully, and consider the thoughts of others
• Comfortable to speak your mind and voice opinions in a constructive manner
• A proactive problem solver who takes initiative
• Prepared to challenge the status quo and promote the unconventional
• Accountable
• Drive and thrive in a collaborative environment
• Curious about everything we do