Senior Structural Engineer – Hybrid (BC P.Eng) – Residential

Better Talent; United States; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and vacation time

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term and short term disability

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Horace Engineering Ltd in Surrey, BC is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer, P.Eng., to lead the design and delivery of residential, multi-family, agricultural, and light commercial projects across British Columbia.

This hands-on role requires strong technical judgment, the ability to move multiple projects forward, review and seal documents, and provide guidance to junior staff while collaborating with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of structural engineering experience.
• P.Eng. in good standing with a BC seal.
• Proficient knowledge of the BC Building Code (BCBC).
• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Wood, concrete and steel design experience in residential, multi-family, and small commercial buildings.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Collaborative approach, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Own transportation for site visits (with valid BC drivers licence).
• Currently resides in the Lower Mainland.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for residential, light commercial, and agricultural projects.
• Design structures in compliance with the BC Building Code (BCBC).
• Prepare structural reports, calculations, drawings, memos, technical documents, and project quality plans.
• Review, seal, and issue engineering documents for new projects.
• Provide peer reviews of other engineers' work for accuracy and adherence to engineering standards.
• Complete site visits and construction reviews to assess compliance with design; attend occasional site meetings.
• Plot plans
• Lead and participate in client meetings
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and staff
• Review and respond to emails
• Track job hours and input data into Excel spreadsheets
• Prioritize projects in relation to job deadlines

Education

P.Eng. in good standing (BC)

BC seal

Tools

AutoCAD

BC Building Code knowledge

Job description

Horace Engineering Ltd in Surrey, BC is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer, P.Eng., to lead the design and delivery of residential, multi-family, agricultural, and light commercial projects across British Columbia.

This hands-on role requires strong technical judgment, the ability to move multiple projects forward, review and seal documents, and provide guidance to junior staff while collaborating with clients and contractors.