Structural Engineering Graduate

Opportunity

Key responsibilities

• Work on multiple projects of varying scale and materials and interact with owners, developers, consultants, and contractors.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, engineering drawings, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
• Coordinate with other disciplines, offices, and project team members to resolve design issues.
• Meet project timelines and budgets; prepare and review technical reports.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control.
• Support construction administration through site reviews and shop drawing or submittal reviews.

Capabilities and credentials

• General knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes, including OBC, A23.3, S16, S304, and O86.
• Experience with steel-framed buildings is required.
• Understand project document production, drawings and specifications, structural systems, construction methods, and materials.
• Collaborate in project teams, think creatively and critically, and communicate engineering ideas effectively.
• Experience with US building codes and standards is an asset.
• Understanding of component design and building analysis software is expected; S-FRAME, SAFE, SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, and/or MASS experience is preferred.

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required.
• New graduate to approximately four years of relevant consulting experience in a buildings structural team is preferred.

Workplace

• The role is based in Stantec’s Ottawa office. The typical office environment involves computer work and extended periods of sitting.
• Field work may require travel and exposure to the elements, including inclement weather.

Pay range

• The listed pay range for Ottawa is $68,500 to $95,800 annually; final compensation depends on education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

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