Structural Engineer, Senior

Requisition ID: 97339 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada 

 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors. 

We manage our clients' entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients' toughest challenges  

Summary:

The Sr Structural Engineer will be part of an engineering team providing engineering services to large and small industrial and mining projects, including underground mining areas. The Sr Structural Engineer participates in a wide range of projects covering concrete foundations and structural steel design. Activities include layout development and structural analysis of industrial structures for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.

The Sr Structural Engineer is responsible for preparing engineering calculations, supervising the work of designers and junior engineers, and developing technical specifications, data sheets and reports. The Sr Structural Engineer reports to the Lead Structural Engineer on a large project and to the Project Manager or Engineering Manager on a small project.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Assist the Engineering Manager/Lead Structural Engineer with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule.

• Work to ensure the implementation of safety and integrity principles in structural documentation.

• Promote compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all design activities.

• Maintain structural engineering work procedures, specifications, and computer aided design programs.

• Prepare engineering calculations.

• Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines.

• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise.

• Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates.

• Prepare and/or review project standard specifications and design criteria.

• Participate in and contribute to design reviews.

• Carry out assigned tasks within budget and schedule.

• Stamp documents and drawings as required and if appropriately registered.

• Manage small capital and maintenance projects.

• Assist in defining project scope.

• Assist in preparing proposals.

• Supervise, review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists.

• Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A recognized degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited university.

• Registration as a professional engineer. Alternatively, registration as a candidate professional engineer actively working towards professional registration or regional equivalent.

• Minimum 12 years project engineering experience, including experience in heavy industrial design or underground mining projects.

• Strong communication skills and an ability to develop personal networks.

• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work tasks.

• Knowledge of industry or regulatory standards, regulations and codes pertinent to structural design in British Columbia.

• Experience with Staad Pro structural analysis software.  Familiarity with Mathcad and SAP 2000 is beneficial.

• Awareness of Health, Safety, Environment and Community (HSEC) Policy and standards.

• Sound knowledge of 3D data-centric design systems.

• Sound knowledge of engineering management systems.

• Experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects.

Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness. Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.