Structural Engineer

Work setting

• Office
• Rural area

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Confer with clients and other members of the engineering team and conduct research to determine project requirements
• Computer-aided design (CAD)

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• SolidWorks software
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Autodesk REVIT

Area of work experience

• Design

Civil engineering experience

• Buildings and structures

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Area of specialization

• Construction
• Structural engineering

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week