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Building structural Engineer
BPA
Source: Headcount Labs · original listing ↗
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Source date: 10/31/2026
About this role
Position Summary We are seeking a Structural Design Engineer who is passionate about in-depth structural design and technical challenges. The role is primarily focused on the analysis, sizing, and optimization of steel, wood, and concrete structures within a BIM (Revit) environment, for a variety of building projects. The successful candidate will act as a technical reference in design, working closely with other engineers, drafters, and multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities Design and size building structures in reinforced concrete, steel, and wood Perform advanced structural analyses using ETABS, SAP2000, and SAFE Develop efficient, economical structural concepts that comply with Canadian standards Experience working in existing buildings and retrofit projects. Ensure technical coordination of projects with internal (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and external stakeholders (architects, clients, etc.) Develop and validate design assumptions, analytical models, and load cases Actively participate in preliminary and detailed design phases Contribute to solving complex structural challenges (renovations, existing constraints, phasing, etc.) Ensure the technical quality of deliverables (drawings, calculation notes, specifications) Collaborate with the BIM team to ensure structural integration in Revit Provide technical support to junior engineers (EITs) and drafters Occasionally participate in technical discussions with clients and partners Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously Technological Environment Analysis software: ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE Modeling and coordination: Revit Structure (BIM) Standards and codes: CCQ, CSA (A23.3, S16, O86, etc.) Desired Profile Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering with a structural focus. Graduate-level courses in building structures (reinforced concrete, dynamic analysis, seismic design, etc.) are considered an asset Member in good standing of the OIQ 6 to 10 years of experience in structural design of buildings in Canada Excellent technical expertise in steel, concrete, and wood Strong experience in numerical structural analysis Rigorous, analytical, and solution-oriented approach Ability to work on complex projects with a strong conceptual component Technical autonomy combined with an appreciation for collaborative work Excellent command of French Assets Experience designing institutional, commercial, industrial, or complex residential projects Strong involvement in structural decision-making during the conceptual phase Interest in innovation, optimization, and high-performance structures Experience in a collaborative BIM environment