Senior Structural Designer

at  Bestech

BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm with over 25 years of proven success across many engineering disciplines.
Operating at over 100 employees strong, we know that our value comes from our incredible team.
We pride ourselves on being a Partner of Choice, not just to our clients but to our community and our employees.
This means ensuring not only that we are a company that clients want to work with but that we are a company our team would continue to choose to work for.
As part of this promise, we are committed to prioritizing employees, maintaining open communications, and consistently improving and growing.
Whether you are entering the workforce and looking to learn from the best or moving towards the next phase of your career and eager to help usher in the newest generation of subject matter experts, BESTECH is the place for you.

YOUR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for a variety of structural/civil engineering work activities including:
• Producing quality drawing packages to client standards, using a multitude of CAD software, including but not limited to AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit, Civil 3D, and Inventor
• Coach and mentor team members and contribute to the growth and development of the structural team
• Training designers on 2D and 3D software
• Performing site visits to retrieve field information (including using our in-house 3D laser scanning equipment if deemed required), and
• Project coordination activities
• Liaise with team members in other disciplines, including other designers, EITs, and engineers to ensure client needs are met.
• Conduct site visits and inspections with other members of the team to assess existing structural systems, identify potential issues, and provide recommendations for remedial action.
• Check drawings prepared by others for design and drafting standards.
• Conduct drawing QA/QC reviews.
• Assist in the preparation of capital cost estimates.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain information, quotations, etc.
• Represent BESTECH’s interests in dealings with customers, clients, sub-contractors or suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering Technology.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant design experience at an engineering firm or in an industrial environment.
• Ability to participate in multidisciplinary coordination to identify design and drawing inputs.
• Strong knowledge of industry applications, including AutoCAD, Microstation and Microsoft Office.
• Skilled in using Inventor, Revit and/or Civil 3D applications is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of engineering design standards, codes, and guidelines.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing high-priorities.
• Industrial experience is an asset.
• Strong numerical ability and reasoning skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution and time management skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and planning skills.
• Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and vendors.
• Self-disciplined and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision or in a team environment.
• Effectively liaise with team members in other disciplines to ensure client needs are met.
• A valid driver’s licence with access to a personal vehicle is required.
• Willingness to travel and to go on site on occasion.
  Term: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours/week)

Reporting to the Manager of Structural Engineering Services, you are responsible for a variety of engineering work activities including drafting and designing of structural systems, development of technical documents, mentorship, conducting site visits, and project coordination activities.