Structural Engineer

KGS Group; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KGS Group is seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer for our Thunder Bay office. You will lead structural design for commercial and industrial projects, while collaborating with senior engineers on multi-discipline initiatives.

The role emphasizes design, reports, and client-facing presentations; familiarity with budgets and schedules is expected, along with Ontario PE eligibility and travel for site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering specializing in structural design.
• Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering experience with design calculations and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Must be registered or eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• Availability to periodically travel to project sites for site visits and data collection.
• Must have a valid G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural design of multi-discipline projects from proposal through completion, including budgets and schedules.
• Provide structural design for small to large commercial and industrial projects.
• Prepare tender and construction documents or reports with team members.
• Assist in preparing large multi-discipline proposals and structural-specific proposals.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Mentor junior staff and manage support personnel as required.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.

We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.

Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.

The Role

We are seeking applicants for an Intermediate Structural Engineer role in our Thunder Bay office with experience designing commercial, industrial and/or multi-family residential, buildings & structures, retaining structures and pedestrian and/or vehicular crossings. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in the structural field, working alongside a group of senior engineers working on multi-discipline projects in our Buildings & Spaces and Industrial markets.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you’ll manage structural design of multi-discipline projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including establishment and maintenance of budgets and schedules
• You will provide structural design of small to large commercial and industrial projects
• Work in a team environment with our other structural department personnel, management and administrative staff, you will prepare tender and construction documents or reports
• Assist in preparing large multi-discipline proposals and prepare structural specific proposals
• You will prepare technical reports and presentations
• As an intermediate member of our structural team, you’ll also mentor junior staff and manage support personnel as required

About You

• Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering specializing in structural design from a recognized university
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in structural engineering with demonstrated technical (analysis, code and regulations reviews, design calculations, technical report writing) and project management skills (writing project progress reports, tracking budgets and maintaining schedules)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential
• Must be registered or eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario (Registration in other Canadian provinces or US states would be an additional asset)
• Registration in other Canadian provinces or US states would be an additional asset
• Availability to periodically travel to project sites on an as required basis for ½ day or 1-day site visits to multi-day site trips, typically for data collection, review of construction or attendance at coordination or design review meetings
• Support short or long-term project site residencies, on an as-required basis
• Ability to adapt to and meet the challenges of a variety of different projects from clients in many different industries
• Must have a valid G driver’s license

The salary for this role is between $80,000 to $120,000 annually.

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description is a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, skills and location. KGS Group is committed to providing a fair, equitable and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

KGS Group may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment process. All AI-generated output is reviewed by qualified hiring professionals. We are committed to an inclusive and fair hiring process.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent total compensation and benefits package for employees.

KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.