Senior Structural Engineer

Overview

WHAT'S THE JOB? Our team is growing, and we’re looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our passionate, talented team to manage and lead an exciting mix of local and not-so-local projects. This role is based in Vancouver, BC.

A BIT ABOUT THE PERSON WHO WILL EXCEL IN THIS ROLE:

We are looking for someone with extensive project and technical experience with all major materials, who is an expert with local building practices, permitting, and industry standards.

• Perform detailed structural design under the mentorship of the principal-in-charge.
• Act as project manager for medium to large-sized projects, throughout all design and construction phases.
• Be involved in ongoing communication and coordination with other design consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Share your advanced knowledge of codes and standards within the area of design responsibilities.
• Deliver project deliverables on time and on budget.
• Build positive relationships with clients and help promote our core values.
• Be creative and innovative in problem-solving.
• Act as a role model and technical mentor to other Engineers and BIM technicians.
• Participate in the team management.
• Work with a team that is passionate, focused, and dedicated in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Contribute to a fun and welcoming work environment.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with a minimum of 7-10+ years of local or international experience designing buildings in the residential, commercial, municipal, and institutional sectors;
• You must be a P.Eng. registered in BC or eligible for accreditation within 6 months of your start date;
• Ability to work autonomously in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to use programs such as RFEM, S-Concrete, Sizer, or other similar structural analysis software.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Well-rounded knowledge and experience designing with timber, steel, and concrete is an asset.
• Understanding and experience with seismic analysis and design.
• Suitable experience in commercial, residential, and/or institutional projects.
• Master’s degree in structural engineering.
• Working knowledge of American codes and standards (PE is also advantageous).

ASPECT Structural Engineers is a globally acclaimed, full-service structural engineering firm and mass timber consultancy that made it to "Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers” list in 2024 and 2025 by Mediacorp Canada Inc.

Founded in 2016, we are now a cohesive team of more than 60 engineers, technicians, and support staff. Through thoughtful yet pragmatic design practices and rigorous training, the engineers at ASPECT understand not only their role in contributing to a project but also how to support the roles of others.

Many members of the ASPECT team started their careers in other disciplines, pulling from their experience working with carpenters, contractors, suppliers, or architects to contribute to a wider understanding of the value that structural engineers can bring to a project. Our team-based approach focuses on better design, improved constructability, and unwavering accountability.

From the beginning, ASPECT has been driven by the importance of true sustainability, underscoring our commitment to understanding and educating others on the benefits of mass timber. Beyond producing award-winning structural engineering work for everything from office buildings to bridges to custom homes, we also dedicate a substantial amount of time to working with other industry leaders – including suppliers, architects, and clients – to work through new ways to design and build for the future using mass timber.

Our diverse team is active in markets around the world, with dedicated offices in Canada (Vancouver and Toronto) and Switzerland (Bern).

More about us:

• Base Salary CAD $95,000 – $125,000 (will be commensurate with skillset and experience).
• Extended health benefits.
• RRSP matching.
• Professional fees coverage.
• Fitness and education allowances.
• Travel allowance.
• Yearly bonus opportunities.
• Phone stipend.
• Flex…