Structural EIT

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.

Reporting to the Senior Structural Engineer, the Structural EIT/Designer is the member of the integrated project team that contributes structural engineering knowledge and analysis to the project during the design phase of our work. The project mix is varied across building and non-building structures in collaboration with other business groups within HDR including Architectural, Water, Resources, and Transportation Business Groups, as well as the TMT (Data Centre) projects.

The role involves working on multiple projects with project sites in various locations. The Structural EIT/Designer may be involved in construction contract administration, site inspections on different projects, and condition assessments. Common areas for progression and career growth for this position include narrower Technical Specialization.

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications for structural engineering projects
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Demonstrate experience in structural drafting of all phases of the construction documents, and create structural drawings in AutoCAD and Revit from engineering sketches and instruction
• Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred
• Previous structural design experience (internship or full-time work experience) is a plus, but not required
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in facility structural engineering design for Concrete, Steel, and Masonry structures
• AutoCAD and/or Revit experience is a plus
• Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis (seismic)
• Understanding of applicable design codes (Canada, and States) and specification requirements.
• Experience in coding, programming, and design automation a plus

Must be an excellent communicator, self-starter and able to coordinate work with other team members effectively

Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Structural Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

• Compliance with HDR and, as applicable, contractor safety policies and procedures
• Potential attendance at job sites to support design and construction activities

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Previous structural design experience (internship or full-time work experience) is a plus
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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