Position Overview
Our client is an engineering consultancy supporting major mining and industrial developments, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to act as the discipline lead for ongoing and upcoming projects. This person can be in Toronto or Vancouver.
This position requires a highly experienced engineer capable of independently sealing drawing packages, managing design deliverables, and guiding the structural discipline across multiple project phases.
You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of brownfield and greenfield mining projects , including mill foundations, water treatment systems, tailings facilities, and support structures for BOP (balance of plant), power distribution, and fuel supply systems.
Further Responsibilities Include the Following
- Lead the structural discipline for major mining and industrial projects.
- Conduct site investigations and prepare design recommendations.
- Review and design structural components including steel, concrete, and building envelope systems.
- Develop concept studies, quantity estimates, and preliminary layouts.
- Perform detailed analysis and member sizing with supporting calculations.
- Oversee design documentation, drawing packages, and tendering deliverables.
- Coordinate with internal design teams and other disciplines.
- Provide cost estimating input, technical review, and QA/QC oversight.
- Ensure design compliance with applicable Canadian and American codes.
- Prepare and review technical reports and specifications.
- Support project execution, contract administration, and budget management.
- Liaise with clients, vendors, and contractors; participate in presentations and site visits.
Ideal Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- P.Eng. registration in Canada.
- 10+ years of progressive structural design experience, primarily in mining or heavy industrial sectors .
- Proven ability to lead teams and seal structural drawing packages.
- Strong understanding of structural steel, concrete foundations, brace connections , and mill foundation design .
- Familiar with structural analysis software such as RISA , Advanced Steel , and BIM tools (software proficiency is flexible).
- Solid grasp of both Canadian and American codes .
- Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Willingness to travel for site reviews and inspections.
Why This Firm
- Opportunity to take ownership of the structural discipline for major mining infrastructure projects.
- Collaborative and technically driven work culture with exposure to complex design challenges.
- Long-term career growth and stability within a reputable engineering consultancy.