Senior Structural Engineer - Rail and Transit

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Who are we looking for?

Our Ontario EDO (Engineering Design Organization) is looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to take on the role of Senior Structural Engineer to support our Rail and Transit projects.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience, and contribute to and be responsible for all structural engineering aspects of multi-discipline projects in the Transportation, Rail, and Transit markets and businesses.

Having a diverse background in structural design and delivery of other Water / Wastewater Treatment, Linear Water, Water resources, Organics Processing, Bulk Storage and Warehouses, Waste Transfer, Renewable Natural Gas, Environmental, Transportation, and Property and Buildings i.

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We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

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Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in the following :

• Lead in the execution and delivery of existing and new projects in a design-build environment for stations, rail, and / or bus maintenance facilities to advance design packages by providing value-added design solutions in conformance with operator requirements and client / end-user / project output specifications.
• Serve as a technical expert in the structural design of transit facilities, including buildings, retaining walls, heavy foundations, pre-cast concrete structures and structural steel structures.
• Demonstrate having experience in structural design of heavy transportation structures of similar type, including underground concrete structures and various support of excavation (SOE) systems.
• Ensure timely completion of project deliverables and able to manage several projects at once and determine priorities, including sound judgment and decisiveness.
• Produce engineering drawings and details from conception to final design, according to established standards and procedures for a wide variety of steel and concrete structures.
• Supervise CAD staff junior and support staff, prepare construction specifications tender and contract packages, and conduct site inspections of existing structures as well as those under construction
• Communicate and work with other project team members to provide quality service to clients to ensure that all documentation conforms to client / company standards.
• A technical leader and mentor to junior staff.
• Lead technical discussions and efforts in Ontario (and possibly in North America) to improve structural design implementation delivery and efficiency through streamlining design tools, software, procedures, and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of effective proposals seeking targeted project opportunities
• Develop and implement QA / QC processes for project work

What you will bring to the team :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario
• Minimum 10-15 years of diverse structural engineering experience with a focus on Rail and Transit type projects
• Excellent understanding of structural systems and practical design experience in designing stations, platforms, canopies, rail and / or bus maintenance facilities, earth retaining structures, and shallow and deep foundation systems, to name a few.
• Conversant with the National Building Code of Canada - NBCC and provincial building codes, CSA codes, AREMA, and the CHBDC.
• Ability to develop designs to comply with project-specific output specifications
• Ability to take ownership and accountability for completed work
• Strong influencing skills and the ability to develop effective and trustworthy relationships both with project teams and within the organization
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong computer skills including experience in structural analysis and design software such as SAP 2000, ETABS, S-FRAME, and ROBOT
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with a positive attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The following skills would be considered an asset for this position :

• Project management skills and budget and schedule controls
• Knowledge of BIM 360 and REVIT
• Knowledge of AASHTO and design guides of Rail and Transit Authorities such as CN, CP, TTC and Metrolinx
• Knowledge of the MTO Structural Manual, MTO Structural Rehabilitation Manual, and other Structures-related MTO technical publications

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.