Structural Engineer

LAPORTE L.E.C.; London; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health Insurance

RRSP Plan

Hybrid work mode

Professional development

Vacation

Job summary

LAPORTE is looking for a senior structural engineer in Ontario. The role focuses on leading structural design and analysis for industrial projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and guiding junior engineers on complex assignments.

Applicants should have a civil/structural engineering degree and be a PEO member; OIQ membership is an asset. Strong communication and code knowledge are required to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering or equivalent.
• Engineers, Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) required; OIQ membership asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in industrial or steel structure projects.
• Excellent knowledge of design and construction codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of structures for industrial buildings, foundations, mezzanines, platforms, and equipment supports;
• Prepare technical documents (calculations, specifications, plans, reports);
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (Quebec Building Code, CSA, CNB, etc.);
• Provide technical support on site: coordination, inspections, work monitoring;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural solutions into projects;
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and partners to ensure quality and smooth project execution;
• Supervise and support less experienced engineers and professionals on projects.

Skills

Project leadership

Structural design

Communication skills

FR/EN bilingual (asset)

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

STAAD

S-Frame

Job description

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm providing high-value engineering services to the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, industrial biotechnology, and industrial manufacturing sectors, with 30 offices across North America and Europe and more than 520 dedicated employees.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

Discover an employer who takes care of its greatest asset: its employees!

LAPORTE is looking for a senior structural engineer with ideally a minimum of 7 years of experience in structural design and analysis, who will contribute to the integration of structural solutions in our industrial projects. This person will play a key role in the design, implementation, and coordination of structural engineering solutions, in collaboration with our multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of structures for industrial buildings, foundations, mezzanines, platforms, and equipment supports;
• Prepare technical documents (calculations, specifications, plans, reports);
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (Quebec Building Code, CSA, CNB, etc.);
• Provide technical support on site: coordination, inspections, work monitoring;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (processes, mechanical, electrical, building) to integrate structural solutions into projects;
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and partners to ensure the quality and smooth running of projects;
• Supervise and support less experienced engineers and professionals in the context of projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering or equivalent discipline;
• Engineers, Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), required;
• Engineers who are members of the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) are an asset;
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in industrial or steel structure projects;
• Excellent knowledge of design and construction codes and standards;
• Proven ability to lead a project from design to completion;
• Excellent communication skills; bilingualism (French/English) an asset;
• Experience with structural design software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD, S-Frame, or equivalent) is an asset.

Benefits

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

The LAPORTE team