Structural Designer – Structural Engineering

Adjeleian Allen Rubeli Limited; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly salary: $70,000–$75,000

Vacation: 10–15 days

Group insurance after three months

Group pension plan

Employee share options

Educational support and training

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Adjeleian Allen Rubeli Limited seeks a structural engineer to perform analysis, design, and detailing of building elements. You will prepare contract docs, calculations, and drawings while coordinating with the project team and applying applicable codes and standards.

The role requires 1–3 years of experience, a Civil Engineering degree, CAD/documentation skills, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative environment. Ottawa-area projects offer stability and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with Structural focus
• 1–3 years of structural engineering experience
• Understanding of structural materials, detailing, and codes
• Experience with structural analysis/design software is an asset
• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel; programming skills an asset
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and coordinate with project team
• Professional engineer designation pursued; PSC Secret Level 2 clearance potential

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design, and detailing of building elements
• Prepare contract documents and reports
• Create calculations, sketches, drawings, and specifications
• Interpret drawings and coordinate with project team
• Apply codes, standards, and construction practices
• Meet timelines and project milestones
• Work independently and with engineers and designers
• Assist with related tasks as required

Skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (asset)

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

S-FRAME

Job description

Why you’ll love working at AAR

• Work on a diverse range of structural engineering projects, including new construction, retrofit, repair, and rehabilitation
• Gain exposure to a variety of construction materials, including concrete, structural steel, wood, and masonry
• Collaborate closely with structural engineers, designers, and other project team members
• Develop your understanding of engineering principles, building codes, standards, and construction practices
• Work in a supportive and dynamic environment with opportunities to take on varied project challenges
• Be part of an employee-owned company with opportunities for professional development and employee share ownership
• Participate in staff social activities including team BBQs, sports teams, seasonal events, office activities, and more

Your role

• Complete structural analysis, design, and detailing of building structural elements
• Complete design and preparation of contract documents and reports
• Prepare engineering calculations, sketches, drawings, and specifications
• Interpret architectural and engineering drawings and coordinate structural requirements with the project team
• Apply engineering principles, building codes, standards, and construction practices to project work
• Meet project timelines and milestones while following company procedures and protocols
• Work both independently and collaboratively with engineers, designers, and other project team members
• Other related functions

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; a specialization in Structural Engineering or a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering is an asset
• 1-3 years of structural engineering work experience
• Basic understanding of structural materials, detailing, construction practices, and applicable codes, acts, and regulations
• Knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, SAFE, S-FRAME, or similar tools is an asset
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Programming experience or knowledge of programming languages is an asset
• Ability to understand and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a collaborative team environment
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet project requirements and timelines
• Strong problem-solving skills with a professional and ethical approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, collaborators, clients, and stakeholders
• Working towards obtaining a Professional Engineer designation
• French and English language abilities are an asset
• Security clearance required; new employees must work towards obtaining PSC Secret Level 2 clearance, with potential future requirements for higher levels of clearance

Perks and benefits

• Yearly salary: $70,000–$75,000 depending on experience
• Vacation: 10 days per year, or 15 days per year for individuals with more than 3 years of comparable experience
• Group insurance: medical, dental, life, and long- and short-term disability after three months of full-time employment, with costs shared equally
• Group pension plan: firm contributes an amount equal to the employee contribution, up to 5%, after three months of full-time employment
• Employee share options available based on service, work quality, and effort
• Financial support for continued education, professional development, and targeted training
• Flexible and supportive work environment with opportunities to participate in social activities and team events

Start date: Fall 2026