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Senior Ports and Marine Engineer

WSP
Vancouver, BC
$84,200 - $143,100 / year
Executive
Posted 15 days ago

VANCOUVER

WSP is seeking Marine Structural Engineers in Canada with a passion for technical project delivery to join our Canadian Ports Coastal and Marine practice. A role that combines technical delivery, understanding and meeting client expectations, the successful candidate will be responsible for executing ports and marine projects and being a key member of the Canadian ports and marine team.


A day in the life:

  • Build analytic and design skills,
  • Managing large multi-disciplined projects and teams,
  • Use computer software as a tool for solving structural engineering problems,
  • Create designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings.
  • Read and interpret structural, architectural and civil drawings, specifications, and design requirements related to industrial and commercial applications.
  • Managing site visits / inspections,
  • Checking safety of teams and reviewing field inspections reports,
  • Review safe work practices and safety procedures, including planning prior to field work.
  • Manage the performance marine structural design work scopes independently, including docks, jetties, trestles, berthing and mooring dolphins. Ensure that all structural engineering deliverables comply with applicable local and international codes and standards.
  • Work closely with geotechnical engineers and review geotechnical subsurface investigation reports and use information to prepare structural design recommendations.
  • Perform work in accordance with agreed budget and schedule and client requirements,
  • Mentoring and development of junior engineers in the group.
  • Ensure all project documentation and deliverables are reviewed in accordance with corporate quality management procedures and provincial/local professional requirements

What you'll bring to WSP ...

  • Registered as a P.Eng. or eligible to register as a P.Eng. immediately.
  • A minimum of 10 years of full-time engineering work experience.
  • Detailed knowledge of structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber design.
  • Working knowledge of design/building codes such as the National Building Code of Canada, CSA A23, S6, S16, AISC Manual of Steel Construction, ACI 318, the International Building Code, and ASCE 7.
  • Detailed experience with structural analysis software including STAAD Pro, SAP 2000 and technical software tools such as MathCAD, Tedds etc.
  • Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Desire to provide excellent practical client service and a passion for technical excellence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated experience in writing technical reports and general project correspondence
  • A strong commitment to safety and sustainability initiatives
  • French English language proficiency an asset

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $84,200 - $143,100

WSP Canada is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it will pay for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to the specific geographic location.

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