Structural Engineer (Entry-Level)

kleinschmidtgroup; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus Program

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP & DPSP with matching

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Ownership

Job summary

Kleinschmidt's Halifax, NS office seeks an Engineer with a structural emphasis to perform structural analysis and design for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects. A BS/BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering with a structural focus and 2 years of experience are required, with the potential to obtain a P.Eng license within 2 years.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in-office, travel within Canada and to the United States, and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (Structural).
• 2 years of structural engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain P.Eng license within 2 years.
• Experience with concrete and steel design.
• Familiar with structural modeling software and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for hydroelectric projects.
• Travel for field inspections and coordinate with project teams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the U.S. and Canada.
• Prepare technical drawings and reports using CAD tools.

Skills

Concrete design

Steel design

FEA

Hydraulics

Soil mechanics

Communication

Teamwork

P.Eng aspiration

Education

BS/BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Tools

MathCAD

RISA-3D

SAP2000

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Job description

Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for an Engineer with a structural emphasis to perform structural analysis and design and engineering related field work for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects in our Halifax, Nova Scotiaoffice. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely. This position requires three days in-office.

Salary: 75,000 – 100,000 CAD/year (based on experience)

Who You Are

A candidate with a BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (concentration in Structural Engineering). Relevant coursework in structural design of concrete and steel structures, finite element analysis, hydraulics, and soil mechanics, plus 2 years of experience in structural engineering. Has the ability to obtain P.Eng license within 2 years.

Technically Focused: Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to the structural engineering discipline is required. Familiarity with structural modeling software and CAD software (MathCAD, RISA-3D, SAP2000, Revit, AutoCAD, Civil3D).

Relationship & Communication Focused: Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design throughout the life cycle of the project. The candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, and working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess permanent authorization to work in Canada and able to acquire authorization to work in the United States. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must be willing to travel within Canada and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel to the United States for business purposes.

About the Position

Typical duties of this position include structural design and evaluation of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on hydroelectric projects under the direction of mid-to-senior level staff. The duties of this position will also include travel for structural inspections, including penstocks, surge tanks, and dam infrastructure condition assessments, and construction support services. The successful candidate will join a team of technical professionals working on hydropower, renewable energy, fish passage, and ecological restoration projects in the U.S. and Canada. The position will require the successful candidate to be in the Peterborough office a minimum of 3 days a week to collaborate, mentor, and work with our project team.

Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt

At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.

At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development.

Our Process

Kleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves up to two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare, dental, life and AD&D, and weekly indemnity insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Ownership

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