Structural Design Engineer

Tekskills Inc.; Dorval; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company located in Dorval, Quebec, is seeking a Structural Design Engineer with 15 to 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry. Key responsibilities include leading design activities, collaborating with suppliers, and managing Technical Requirements Documents. Proficiency in CAD tools like CATIA V5 is essential. This is a full-time onsite position offering opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in structural design engineering within the aerospace industry.
• Strong supplier integration and collaboration experience, preferably with OEMs.
• Hands-on experience with Technical Requirements Documents (TRDs).

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to structural design engineering activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers for deliverables and assembly readiness.
• Define and validate Technical Requirements Documents (TRDs).

Skills

Supplier integration

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

CATIA V5

3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

Job Title: Structural Design Engineer

Location: Dorval, Quebec, Canada (Onsite)

Duration: Full Time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to structural design engineering activities, with emphasis on joiner structural design (experience in this area is an asset).
• Collaborate with suppliers and act as the integrator for supplier-delivered work packs, ensuring readiness for final assembly.
• Define, review, and validate Technical Requirements Documents (TRDs) and ensure alignment with program needs.
• Participate in and provide expertise during Joint Definition Phase (JDP) and Joint Conceptual Definition Phase (JCDP) of development programs.
• Identify, communicate, and manage design requirements to suppliers, ensuring quality and compliance with program objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, ensuring knowledge transfer and high-quality deliverables.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including stress, systems, manufacturing, and program management, to ensure seamless program execution.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 15–20 years of experience in structural design engineering within the aerospace industry.
• Strong supplier integration and collaboration experience, preferably with OEMs that act as integrators.
• Hands-on experience with TRDs (Technical Request / Requirements Documents).
• Demonstrated involvement in JDP and JCDP phases of aircraft development.
• Proficiency in industry-standard CAD / PLM tools (e.g., CATIA V5, 3DEXPERIENCE, etc.).
• Strong understanding of aircraft structures, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Joiner structural design experience.
• Exposure to multiple aircraft programs and complex global supply chains.
• Experience working in multi-cultural, distributed engineering environments.