Structural Engineer - Marine Structures Focus

Moffatt & Nichol; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure advisory firm seeks a Structural Engineer for its Vancouver office. The successful candidate will design and analyze waterfront structures, requiring a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and 5-8 years of relevant experience. This role involves project management and collaborative work within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in structural engineering design and project management.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Structural analysis, design, and detailing for various materials (concrete, steel, timber).
• Management of marine structural projects and teams.
• Construction support and inspection of waterfront structures.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Collaborative Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Structural Engineering

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Structural Engineer to join our Vancouver office. As part of the Structures Group, the Structural Engineer will perform design for waterfront structures and marine infrastructures projects, including marinas, vessel mooring and berthing structures, bulkheads, breakwater and shore protection structures. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years’ experience working from conceptual layout through the design process.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbours, and rivers. Since 1945, Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 in Marine and Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects serving clients worldwide from offices in Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific Rim. The firm’s primary practice areas include coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structural analysis, design, and detailing for concrete, steel, timber, etc.
• Inspection and rehabilitation of waterfront structures
• Urban waterfront projects
• Management of marine structural projects and teams
• Construction support
• Knowledge of shoreline protection materials and breakwaters design
• Awareness of project budgets, contracting strategies, scheduling, document preparation, and evaluation

Other Duties:

This job posting is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (required)
• Master’s in Structural Engineering (preferred)
• 5-8 years of experience in structural engineering design and project management, preferably with a consulting firm or marine-related client
• DOD marine structural engineering project experience is a plus
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Willingness to travel
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171 is required

Base Salary Range:

C$103,000 to C$126,000 annually, depending on experience, education, professional registration, and qualifications. This range applies only to candidates working in the Vancouver, Canada market.

Working Conditions:

Primarily office-based, with some site visits that may involve navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol values diversity and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of background, to better serve our clients and foster innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.