Intermediate Structural Engineer, Ports and Marine Terminals

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Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support the delivery of complex Ports and Marine Terminals projects across British Columbia. The role offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with a robust team of planners, engineers and technologists on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients such as container terminals, oil and gas facilities, dry bulk ports, marinas, ferries, coastal structures, wharves, jetties, naval facilities and cruise terminals. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and utilize relevant software programs including SAP2000 to prepare analysis, design, and complex working drawings.

• Perform structural engineering design tasks on assigned port and marine structures related projects.

• Assist in the preparation of engineering project documents including drawings, reports, specifications and costs estimates, client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.

• Attend and assist in client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of clients goals while identifying technical problems and initiating appropriate corrective actions.

• Contribute to technical proposal writing and other business development initiatives.

• Supports the growth of our business with a focus on the ports and marine terminals discipline in British Columbia, including proposal writing, business development activities, team coordination, and assisting project managers / project engineers.

• Some travel to project sites may be required from time to time.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Previous experience in port and marine terminals design working with multidiscipline teams on a wide variety of port projects including a variety of marine structures.

• Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable port design standards and guidelines.

• Excellent organizational skills, time management, and ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively discuss project issues with clients, reviewing agencies, and other stakeholders are essential.

• Proficient knowledge of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions and developing jurisdictional experience and contacts.

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and assignments.

• Previous experience in bridge and/or port inspections.

• Experience in Risk Management considered an asset.

• Strong computer skills and literacy in scheduling, technical writing, presentation, and other software including MS Power Point, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project.

• Strong understanding of relevant design software including AutoCAD, SAP2000, Civil3D, GIS, MathCAD, and MS Excel Macros.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering or related field.

• Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer with registration in British Columbia.

• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant professional work experience working with multidisciplinary teams on Ports and Marine Terminals design projects including wharves, piers and jetties.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond whats previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine whats possible.