Design Engineer - Construction and Specialty Engineering

RJC Engineers (RJC) is seeking self-motivated problem solvers pursuing careers in engineering better buildings for the communities we live, learn, work and play in. Specializing in structural engineering, building science, building restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design and building energy modelling, RJC is one of Canada’s leading engineering firms.

We are an employee owned engineering firm with over 600 employees in 16 offices across Canada and the United States. Recognized as an exceptional workplace, we mentor the next generation of Canada’s ‘best and brightest’. With offices and expertise across Canada, we challenge our people to push technical boundaries and provide leadership in our fields of practice, while providing services for clients and projects nationwide

We believe in taking care of our people and help them realize their full potential. RJC offers the opportunity to work in an engaging fast-paced team environment where you will work on exciting and challenging projects, discover new and developing technologies, practices and techniques and where you will flourish in a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Working under the guidance of leading technical specialists who broadly share their expertise, you will get to fine tune your skills and cultivate your expertise while being given the opportunity to pursue your professional goals.

Location: Victoria, BC

Start Date: Immediately

Salary Range: $64,000 - $100,000 (Dependent on experience). This position is also eligible for overtime pay (paid at time and a half), discretionary performance bonuses, and holiday bonuses, increasing the estimated total compensation wage range to $70,000 - $120,000.

Candidate Profile

As a Structural Design Engineer within the Construction and Specialty Engineering Team, you will be faced with a variety of challenges that will require you to be a versatile and creative thinker. A strong communicator with a driving passion for what you do, you work directly with our clients to provide cost effective, pragmatic and imaginative solutions. You don’t shy away from a challenge and enjoy tackling a new problem. You are comfortable working independently but are also a strong team player, looking to those around you to collaborate and problem solve.

The Construction and Specialty Engineering team in Victoria is a rapidly expanding team with opportunity for advancement as the team continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Design of secondary elements such as steel stud, glazing, and guardrails
• Design of seismic restraint for architectural electrical and mechanical components
• Assist with design of construction engineering such as formwork/falsework, demolition engineering, load reviews, shoring
• Prepare detailed structural design of custom homes composed of various elements such as wood, concrete, structural steel, and glass
• Provide construction support to active projects, including answering contractor questions and conducting site visits to review structural work.
• Work with the project team from conceptual and preliminary stages of design through to completion
• Ensure quality compliance for your engineering design work by maintaining design/checking notes

Professional Qualifications & Experience

• Civil/Structural Engineering Degree from an accredited university – courses in concrete, steel, wood design preferred.
• It would be an asset to have experience in construction or construction engineering including secondary seismic design.
• Registered Engineer-In-Training/P.Eng OR eligible for registration with EGBC
• 3-5 years of structural engineering experience.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license is required.

Are you someone who exhibits our core attributes?

• Creative Mindset - provide new and diverse ideas
• Proactive Approach - take initiative and seek opportunities for growth
• Supportive Teamwork - promote an inclusive and respectful work environment and culture
• Trusted Advice - demonstrate integrity
• Lead With Purpose - empower, develop and support others to reach their full potential

What can we offer you?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Generous/competitive vacation entitlement
• Flexible work arrangements
• Investing in your future, opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP)