Johnson Controls

Structural Engineer

Johnson Controls$93K — $155K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, focusing on steel design
  • Professional Engineering (P.Eng) license is required
  • Proficiency in producing practical, cost-effective designs
  • Experience in client-facing roles with strong communication skills
  • Familiarity with MS Excel, MathCAD, and RISA
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Self-motivated with attention to detail and commitment to learning
  • Willingness to travel within North America

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis and design for various lifting and HVAC equipment
  • Prepare and review technical documents including drawings and specifications
  • Create and supervise structural drawings for manufacturing
  • Collaborate with multiple teams to resolve engineering challenges
  • Assist in obtaining structural design approvals from third parties
  • Conduct cost/benefit studies for structural components
  • Inspect manufacturing work to ensure compliance with designs
  • Provide leadership within a multidisciplinary engineering environment

Benefits

  • 15 days of vacation per year
  • 10 paid holidays and five sick days annually
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
  • DCPP with match for eligible employees
  • Collaborative team environment with a focus on safety and Zero Harm policy
Full Job Description

This is a full-time position in Edmonton, Alberta.

Role Overview

In this role, you will apply your structural engineering expertise to support the design, analysis, validation, and fabrication of manufactured equipment, plant tooling, and structural components within the Data Center Solutions/Silent-Aire business. You will plan and conduct independent engineering work, develop practical and code-compliant solutions, and help ensure structural integrity across drawings, calculations, and manufacturing execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis and design for lifting beams/devices, HVAC equipment, modular equipment, and other manufactured products.

  • Prepare, review, and modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs to support fabrication and approval workflows.

  • Create, supervise, and approve structural drawings for manufacturing and fabrication purposes.

  • Collaborate with production, safety, and other engineering disciplines to resolve structural challenges and support cross-functional delivery.

  • Work with third parties and relevant jurisdictions to support structural design approvals when required by project scope.

  • Develop cost/benefit studies and design justification for structural component sizing and selection on company product platforms.

  • Inspect work on the manufacturing floor to confirm conformance with approved structural designs.

  • Provide leadership within a multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing environment while supporting continuous technical improvement.

  • Apply knowledge of structural and safety codes to help ensure designs align with accepted engineering practices.

How You Will Do It

  • Own your work with accountability, safety, and integrity, especially when designs affect people, equipment, and production flow.

  • Stay close to the shop floor and the production process so solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with customer needs.

  • Use clear analysis, sound judgment, and direct communication to remove obstacles quickly and keep projects moving.

  • Improve every day by applying technical curiosity, asking candid questions, and using problem-solving to strengthen future designs.

  • Work as one team with production, safety, manufacturing, and other engineering disciplines to deliver reliable outcomes.

  • Use structural engineering software, calculation packages, and fabrication inputs to validate designs and support engineering decisions.

  • Balance code compliance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency to produce lean and effective structural solutions.

  • Maintain organized documentation and follow-through so approvals, inspections, and handoffs are accurate and timely.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

  • 10+ years of experience in structural engineering with experience in steel design.

  • Professional Engineering (P.Eng) license is required.

  • Ability to produce lean, efficient, and easily constructable designs that support cost reduction goals.

  • Experience working with outward-facing clients and the ability to communicate professionally and effectively.

  • Experience with MS Excel, MathCAD, RISA

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks on strict deadlines.

  • Self-starting approach with strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous technical learning and personal development.

  • Ability to perform under occasional stressful situations and tight deadlines.

  • Willingness to travel throughout North America, including domestic and U.S., as needed.

  • Ability to work in an occasional shop environment where PPE is required and safety awareness is essential.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with cold-formed steel design.

  • Experience with seismic design.

  • Experience with vibration and dynamic loading.

  • Experience with self-framed buildings.

  • Finite element analysis (FEA) experience.

  • Exposure to metal fabrication and a manufacturing-style work environment.

Why Join Us

We offer a competitive salary, 15 days of vacation, 10 paid holidays, and five sick days each year. Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including DCPP with match and medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one. You will join an encouraging and collaborative team environment with a strong dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.

If you are ready to bring practical structural engineering expertise to a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply today.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $93,000 - $155,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including

artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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