Structural Engineer; Entry-Level

Kleinschmidt has a full‑time opening for an Engineer with a structural emphasis to perform structural analysis and design and engineering related field work for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects in our Peterborough, Ontario office. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely.

This position requires three days in‑office.

Salary: 75, CAD/year (based on experience)

A candidate with a BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (concentration in Structural Engineering) with relevant coursework in structural design of concrete and steel structures, finite element analysis, hydraulics, and soil mechanics, plus 2 years of experience in structural engineering. Must be able to obtain P.Eng license within 2 years.

• Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to the structural engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with structural modeling software and CAD software (MathCAD, RISA-3D, SAP
  2000, Revit, AutoCAD, Civil3D).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design throughout the life cycle of the project.

• Permanent authorization to work in Canada and able to acquire authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship not available.
• Willingness to travel within Canada and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel to the United States for business purposes.

Typical duties include structural design and evaluation of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on hydroelectric projects under the direction of mid‑to‑senior level staff. Duties also include travel for structural inspections, including penstocks, surge tanks, and dam infrastructure condition assessments, and construction support services. The position requires a minimum of 3 days a week in the Peterborough office to collaborate, mentor, and work with the project team.

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare, dental, life and AD&D, and weekly indemnity insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit‑Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Ownership

Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.