Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer Opportunity

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we're powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that's where we thrive. And we're looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us. Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world's top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently looking to add a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Energy group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and interest in the field of structural engineering. This position applies knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields, with specific emphasis in dams and hydraulic structures. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead structural design tasks, work with multidisciplinary teams, and interface for the analysis, design, and evaluation of unique and complex structures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary teams in a virtual team environment as well as in an office environment.
• Lead structural design tasks and projects.
• Mentor junior staff and assist in their professional development.
• Oversee development of preliminary and detailed civil/structural analysis and design for concrete, steel, hydraulic structures.
• Oversee preparation of studies, design criteria, design reports, plans and specifications, and review of related designs and construction plans, and support of construction.
• Inspect construction for compliance with specifications; review and approve drawings; conduct field inspections; review progress versus schedule.
• Develop or assist in development of budgets, scopes of work, and project plans.
• Assist in project administration and management including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, and completing progress reports.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

- Strong expertise in analysis and design methods for hydraulic structures.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, report preparation, and the ability to work with engineering staff at all levels.

- Ability to prepare complete, concise, and organized engineering calculations and analyses.

- Capability and desire to lead teams and tasks.

- Strong familiarity with BIM/CAD platforms and the development of contract documents.

- Proactive approach to working with teams in other offices and around the world.

Education and Experience

- B.S. in Civil Engineering with focus on Structural engineering, Master's degree with emphasis in structural engineering preferred.

- PE license required, SE license preferred.

- 10+ years' of relevant structural engineering experience.

- Structural analysis and design of hydraulic structures and familiarity with the relevant codes and guidelines.

- Preferred Software Experience: finite element software such as SAP2000, ANSYS or LS DYNA.

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.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.