Structural Design or Project Engineer

WHM Engineers

$75K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in wood or concrete design.
  • Registered as a P.Eng. or EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC.
  • Proficient in Canadian Building & Material Design Standards.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Architects and contractors to develop structural solutions.
  • Sketch preliminary structural schematic designs.
  • Prepare detailed structural designs for building components and perform calculations.
  • Enhance design processes, tools, and standards with internal teams.
  • Review shop drawings, conduct site visits, and produce reports.

Benefits

  • Mentorship from experienced engineering Principals.
  • Opportunities to work on a variety of projects with innovative design ideas.
  • Inclusive and creative workplace culture.
  • Encouragement of collaboration and skill development.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time Structural Design or Project Engineer with experience in wood or concrete design to join our dynamic Vancouver-based team. The successful candidate will work closely with our Principals, receiving direct mentorship to quickly build hands-on experience in leading and delivering high-quality projects. This role also offers the opportunity to develop and explore innovative structural design ideas.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Architects and contractors to develop elegant structural solutions.
  • Develop and sketch preliminary structural schematic designs.
  • Prepare detailed structural designs for building components and perform design engineering calculations.
  • Work with internal technical teams to enhance design processes, tools, and standards.
  • Review shop drawings, conduct site visits, and produce detailed reports.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Proficient in Canadian Building & Material Design Standards (Wood or Concrete).
  • Experience working with multiple materials is an asset.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Interest in organization and planning, with a desire to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
  • Thrives in a collaborative team environment, building strong, empowered relationships that align with common goals and objectives.


Required Training & Experience
  • Undergraduate Degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in Structural Engineering
  • At least 3 years of focused experience in wood or concrete design.
  • Registered as a professional engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC.


Base Salary

The estimated salary for this role ranges from $75,000 to $120,000 (plus overtime pay), based on the candidate's experience and technical expertise.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, rewarding workplace that encourages creativity and collaboration. If you believe you would thrive in this environment, we invite you to apply and become part of our team.

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