Structural Engineer

Wesbell Communications; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is seeking a Structural Engineer to handle design and analysis for various tower structures. This role demands strong expertise in structural engineering principles and relevant software experience. You will contribute to critical projects involving telecommunication installations, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years structural design experience in telecommunication tower industry.
• Experience with relevant design software (AutoCAD, TsTower, etc.).
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze telecommunication towers and their foundations.
• Review and stamp installation and fabrication drawings.
• Conduct site audits and prepare reports.

Skills

Structural design

Detail oriented

Team player

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in structural or civil engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

TsTower

SAP

Staad Pro

Job description

Wesbell is seeking a Structural Engineer who will be responsible for design, analysis, technical support for telecommunication towers including guyed towers, self-support towers, monopoles, foundations, rooftops, and other structural steel and concrete projects as needed.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include :

• Design and analysis of new monopole, lattice guyed and self-supporting telecommunication towers
• Design of tower foundations (Caissons, Spread footings, Mat foundations, Piles, Rock anchors, etc.)
• Analysis of existing towers & foundations, and providing reinforcing solutions and Structural Analysis reports
• Design of new rooftop antenna supporting structutres including roof penetration mounts, ballast mounts, wall mounts,and cabinet chairs / platforms, etc.
• Analysis and reinforcing of existing rooftop structures
• Detail design of bolted and welded steel connections
• Review and stamp of structure installation drawings and steel fabrication drawings
• Site audit, survey, inspection and preparation of in-progress reports and close-out construction report
• Assisting in building and upgrading structural design library and product catalogue
• Other duties and tasks as appropriate to the needs of the business

Education (Theoretical Training)

• Bachelor’s degree in structural or civil engineering from a recognized university
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing of PEO (Ontario), APEGA (Alberta), or EGBC (British Columbia) is required and eligible to register in other Canadian engineering associations
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in USA is considered an asset

JOB REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years structural design experience in the telecommunication tower industry
• Advanced working experience in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
• Experience with TsTower, TsFoundation, GuyMast, SAP, Staad Pro, Mathcad or comparable analysis software
• Familiarity of all applicable design standards and the latest codes (OBC, NBC, CSA S37, CSA S16, CSA A23.3 and TIA-222 etc.)
• Experience or knowledge of steel shop fabrication processes an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership, handle simultaneous tasks and meet short deadlines
• Detail oriented, self-motivated and team player
• Communicate professionally, effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing (English essential)
• Must have a valid driver license and clean driver abstract