Faculty, Structural/Timber Engineering

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Construction and Environment is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty who is an enthusiastic, team-oriented professional with expertise in structural engineering / timber engineering to strengthen BCIT’s civil engineering program.

Having a background in other disciplines of civil engineering, such as construction management , would be an asset, as all instructors in the department contribute to delivering a program that covers almost the entire range of disciplines in civil engineering.

The Instructor must have a strong commitment to teaching and interacting with students, an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and an interest in developing and delivering quality curriculum to all levels.

Additionally, the Instructor is expected to participate in continuous program improvement and administration, including outreach and accreditation.

The department of Civil Engineering at BCIT offers a four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree program accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board.

The flexible, integrated program also allows students to exit with a nationally recognized Diploma of Technology after two years of study.

The primary goal of the program is to graduate highly qualified, practically oriented civil technologists and engineers eligible for professional registration.

In part, this is achieved through faculty’s excellent ties to industry. Graduates have an excellent record of employment and advancement in the diverse civil engineering industry in B.

C. and elsewhere. Duties & Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The successful candidate is expected to have the ability to teach the suite of courses related to structural engineering and timber engineering.

The candidate is also expected to teach and / or assist in other civil engineering courses. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS :

• Current Professional Engineer registration in Canada or the U.S.A.
• Graduate degree in structural engineering or civil engineering
• Minimum four years of applicable design or construction experience related to civil engineering in North America
• Industry experience and knowledge in timber engineering, construction management, and / or geotechnical engineering
• Experience in multi-disciplinary engineering projects
• Working knowledge of relevant and current civil engineering design software
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Teaching experience
• Experience in training, developing or mentoring technologists or junior engineers

Additional Information Benefits Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position )
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan take a look at our benefit plans !
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Professional Development funds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more

BCIT values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.

ca so we can best support you. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal, email applications will not be accepted .

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