Structural Designer

Socket.dev; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe work environment

Full-time (Mon-Fri)

Competitive wages

RRSP contributions

BlueCross Benefits

Employee Discounts

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Atlas Structural Systems is seeking a design-focused engineer to develop cost-effective roof, wall and floor systems for commercial and residential projects in Eastern Canada. You will prepare engineered drawings, layouts, and job site packages while supporting contractors and homeowners with accurate quotes.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree or CET designation, at least two years of structural/truss design experience, and strong reading of drawings.

Qualifications

• CET designation or Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of structural or truss design experience.
• Able to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
• MiTek experience is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

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.

Skills

Reading drawings

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Problem-solving

MiTek experience

Education

Engineering degree or CET designation

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

MiTek

Job description

Atlas Structural Systems, a leading manufacturer of roof, wall and floor systems, in Atlantic Canada and the USA.

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.

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

We Offer:

• A safe work environment.
• Monday-Friday work week with full-time hours.
• Competitive wages.
• RRSP contributions.
• BlueCross Benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance).
• Employee Discounts.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

Please note that Atlas Structural Systems not a designated employer of the Atlantic Immigration Program in Nova Scotia.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Atlas Structural Systems is a manufacturer specializing in the design and manufacture of pre-engineered structural components used for commercial and residential construction projects in Eastern Canada and the USA. We pride ourselves on our ability to exceed our customer’s project expectations by continuously refining our processes, leveraging cutting edge technology, and providing a range of quality pre-engineered systems used in off-site construction.

If you are curious and collaborative thinker who is passionate about innovative engineering, come join our team. Together, we'll develop and share the future of off-site construction!