Engineer, Structural

Intermediate Ports & Marine Engineer

Why join us?

SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision.

SNC-Lavalin is truly a global expert in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.

SNC-Lavalin is a Canadian world-leading engineering and construction group. The SNC-Lavalin group of companies provides engineering and project management services to a wide variety of market sectors.

As part of the Civil practice in Vancouver, the Ports & Marine group specializes in providing a full range of engineering services for marine infrastructure projects to local, national and international clients.  Projects range from small local inspections to multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.

How will you contribute to the team?

The Ports team is looking for an Intermediate Ports & Marine Engineer to join our growing team.  This position reports to the Ports & Marine Manager. As a Intermediate Engineer your primary role will be to manage and deliver marine infrastructure projects for our Clients.  Responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with Clients on existing projects and pursuing new project opportunities.
• Providing leadership and direction to Junior Engineers and/or Technicians.
• Working collaboratively to assist other project team members, and to incorporate input from other parts of the business on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Analysis and design of marine structures including: suspended deck structures, berthing and mooring dolphins, access trestles, jetties, sheet pile walls and timber structures;
• Preparation of technical specifications and tender documents for marine work packages.
• Development of conceptual options, preliminary designs and engineering sketches to support feasibility studies.
• Condition assessment and load rating analysis of existing structures.
• Preparation of written deliverables such as reports and technical notes.
• Coordinating drawing development with other technical staff and completing drawing reviews.
• Reviewing project documentation to check clarity, accuracy, consistency in presentation, and compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Undertaking site inspections for existing structures and current construction projects.
• Managing project scope, schedule and finances.
• Maintaining good working relationships with internal project support groups.

What will you contribute?

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Registered with EGBC, or eligible for registration.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in design of marine infrastructure.
• A functional understanding of typical marine design considerations for steel and concrete structures, soil/structure interaction and marine environmental loading.
• Possess project management skills and have experience in successfully delivering marine infrastructure projects.
• Fluent in English with excellent written and oral communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, collaborative approach.
• Familiar with structural analysis software such as STAAD Pro, SAP2000 or similar.
• Familiar with marine design codes and standards.

We offer an opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects in Canada and around the world.  Salary will be commensurate with your experience.

While we sincerely thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What we offer at SNC-Lavalin:

At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

You think that a career in our team could match your profile, submit your application online now!

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