Structural Engineering Graduate

Dillon Consulting Limited; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Employee ownership

Overtime policy

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Dillon Consulting Limited, based in Kingston or Ottawa, is seeking a Structural Engineering Graduate to join the Transportation Structures team. The role covers preliminary and detailed design for bridges and culverts on MTO and municipal projects, with a hybrid work arrangement.

The position requires a civil or structural engineering degree (Master's favored) and 0–2 years of consulting experience. You will support project design, site investigations, risk assessments, and contract

Qualifications

• A degree in civil or structural engineering. A Master’s degree in structural engineering will be considered an asset.
• One to two years’ work experience with exposure to consulting is considered an asset, however, new graduates will be considered

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers on structural and multidisciplinary projects.
• Prepare structural designs including buildings, bridges, culverts, and marine design.
• Perform design calculations and prepare technical specifications.
• Support site investigations and risk assessments.
• Assist with contract administration tasks including construction observation and reviews.
• Contribute to business development activities and client proposals.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Analytical mindset

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor in civil/structural engineering

Master's in structural engineering (asset)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineering Graduate to join our Transportation Structures team. Our team specializes in the critical infrastructure that keep a community moving and connected, providing preliminary and detailed design for Bridges and Culverts on projects with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and local municipalities.
This is a new position and is based at our Kingston or Ottawa offices. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

About Dillon

Dillon Consulting Limited (Dillon) is a proudly Canadian, 100% employee-owned professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, we offer a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.
At Dillon, we strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering our people to challenge conventional thinking and build careers focused on creating a lasting impact in our communities. We are committed to ongoing professional development and celebrate the unique perspectives that each team member brings to the table.
Employee ownership is available to all Dillon team members, and over 60% of our employees own shares in Dillon. Through employee ownership, we return the financial benefit created by our project work to the very people who created that value. Because we are an employee-owned firm, your voice will be an essential part of our shared success.

Responsibilities

Technical Work

• Assistance to project managers with structural and multi-disciplinary projects
• Assistance in the preparation of structural designs including:
  • building, bridge, culvert, and marine design
  • engineering studies
  • technical specifications
  • design calculations
• Completion of design activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion
• Assistance with site investigations and condition assessments
• Assistance with contract administration tasks including construction observation, shop drawing review, contractor submittal review, progress payment preparation, and responding to requests for information
• Completion of the review of safe work practices and performing risk assessments for employee tasks
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary team members
• Contribution to business development activities including client need research, preparation of project proposals and presentations
• Contributions to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees
• Business travel to other Dillon offices upon request
• Participation in the Early Career Development program

Learning and Development

• Business travel to other Dillon offices upon request
• Contributions to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees
• A commitment to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development

Qualifications

• A degree in civil or structural engineering. A Master’s degree in structural engineering will be considered an asset.
• One to two years’ work experience with exposure to consulting is considered an asset, however, new graduates will be considered

Experience

• Knowledge of relevant municipal/provincial engineering standards and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of industry standards, specifications, and good engineering practices
• Understanding of the range of project design and implementation activities including development of design drawings and reports, contract document preparation, tendering, and contract administration
• Working knowledge of current AutoCAD and Civil 3D software will be considered an asset
• Working Knowledge of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CSA S6) and experience working on bridge structures is considered an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization and interpersonal skills

Compensation

$57,000 - $85,000

At Dillon, we believe in transparency. The following salary range is what we expect to offer for this position. It will be dependent on the successful applicant’s education, experience, and skills, in addition to internal equity and geographic region. Dillon reserves the right to pay outside of the posted range, contingent on factors unrelated to an applicant’s gender or other status protected by provincial and/or federal law.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Dillon offers:

• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life
• Employee share purchase plan
  • Dillon is 100% employee-owned, and share ownership is open to all employees.
  • Our annual share dividends have historically outperformed the market average
• Dillon’s Overtime Directive
  • This Management Directive establishes a firm‑wide 40‑hour weekly overtime threshold, after which premium pay applies, ensuring consistent and fair compensation across all Canadian offices.
• Competitive benefits package, including
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 5.5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Wellness allowance and enhanced mental health benefits
  • Ample paid vacation
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership rates
• Early Career Development (ECD) program
  • At Dillon, we build careers. Designed for technical professionals with less than three years of consulting experience, the ECD program accelerates the transition into entrepreneurial consultants through monthly ‘Level Up’ sessions that build both technical and consulting capabilities. Own your success; we provide the blueprint.

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon

Please be advised that Dillon uses AI-assisted tools to support aspects of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports the process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.