Civil Designer/CAD

1 week ago

St Thomas ON, Canada Element5 Full time

Element5 is an industry leader in mass timber design, manufacturing, and construction. We collaborate with architects, engineers, and builders to create innovative, sustainable, and buildable timber solutions that redefine modern construction.

Element5 is seeking a Mass Timber Structural Designer to support the structural design and detailing of our mass timber projects. Working with senior engineering staff, you’ll develop efficient, buildable, and code-compliant designs that align with our CLT and Glulam production processes.

You’ll also contribute to internal tools and standards that drive innovation and performance across a range of projects, from mid-rise residential and commercial buildings to institutional developments. In this role you will be working closely with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients

Perform structural design and detailing of mass timber structures.
Develop prototypes and build profiles to support design innovation.
Create and refine internal design tools, templates, and resources.
Balance customization and standardization within project designs, focusing on product-based design approaches.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure structural designs align with manufacturing and assembly requirements.
Address client inquiries with professionalism, providing technical guidance and ensuring project alignment.
Contribute to the integration of sustainable design practices consistent with Element5’s environmental and sustainability values.
Strong knowledge of CLT and Glulam design, with experience applying North American Codes and Standards.
Proficient in gravity and lateral design of structures in accordance with Canadian and U.Experienced in lateral system design, including wind and seismic (static and dynamic) analyses for multi-storey structures.
Skilled in structural analysis and modeling software (e.g., WoodWorks Sizer, RFEM, Excel).
Working knowledge of BIM and CAD systems; experience with Revit, Rhino, SolidWorks, or other parametric modeling tools is considered an asset.
Collaborative team player who works effectively across functions to align design, production, and client needs.
Detail-oriented and professional communicator, providing clear, thoughtful responses and technical solutions.
Proactive and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of initiative in addressing technical and process challenges.

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering; master’s or PhD is considered an asset.
Eng) designation is an asset.
Minimum 0–2 years of experience in structural design.
Proficiency in gravity and lateral design of structures according to Canadian and US Codes and Standards.
Experience in lateral system design, including wind and seismic static and dynamic analyses for multi-storey structures.
Background or strong interest in mass timber design and construction.

Primarily office-based with standard business hours.
Occasional travel required to project sites and manufacturing facilities.
Join Element5 and contribute to building a sustainable future. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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