Structural Engineer (Entry-Level)

Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for an Engineer with a structural emphasis to perform structural analysis and design and engineering related field work for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects in our Halifax, Nova Scotia office. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely. This position requires three days in-office. Salary: 75,000 – 100,000 CAD/year (based on experience)Who You AreA candidate with a BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (concentration in Structural Engineering). Relevant coursework in structural design of concrete and steel structures, finite element analysis, hydraulics, and soil mechanics, plus 2 years of experience in structural engineering. Has the ability to obtain P.Eng license within 2 years.Technically Focused: Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to the structural engineering discipline is required. Familiarity with structural modeling software and CAD software (MathCAD, RISA-3D, SAP2000, Revit, AutoCAD, Civil3D).Relationship & Communication Focused: Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design throughout the life cycle of the project. The candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, and working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Additional RequirementsMust possess permanent authorization to work in Canada and able to acquire authorization to work in the United States. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position.Must be willing to travel within Canada and possess a valid driver's license.Must be willing to travel to the United States for business purposes.About the PositionTypical duties of this position include structural design and evaluation of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on hydroelectric projects under the direction of mid-to-senior level staff. The duties of this position will also include travel for structural inspections, including penstocks, surge tanks, and dam infrastructure condition assessments, and construction support services. The successful candidate will join a team of technical professionals working on hydropower, renewable energy, fish passage, and ecological restoration projects in the U.S. and Canada. The position will require the successful candidate to be in the Peterborough office a minimum of 3 days a week to collaborate, mentor, and work with our project team.Discover Your Future at KleinschmidtAt Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Our ProcessKleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves up to two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email.BenefitsCompetitive salaryBonus ProgramComprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare, dental, life and AD&D, and weekly indemnity insuranceRegistered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching10 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffTuition AssistanceEmployee OwnershipKleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.
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