SR. STRUCTURAL DESIGNER
- Saskatoon, SK, Canada
$110,000+ · Full-time
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- Pay
- $110,000+
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 7+ years of progressive experience as a Structural Designer on Mining / Heavy Industrial Projects
- Posting language
- English
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Sr. Structural Designer
Engineering - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Department
Engineering
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Experienced
Compensation
$110,000+
Position Overview
Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking to add a Senior Structural Designer to join a growing engineering team. We are looking for an individual with a mining and heavy industrial background to join us on a full-time basis at our Saskatoon Office. This is a senior-level position that offers opportunities with a growing company.
About Us
Giffen is a Canadian company that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.
At Giffen, we take pride in our ability to deliver flexible strategies that are tailored to the specific needs of our clients. We value relationships above all else – within our team and with our clients. We hold our team to the highest level of accountability to ensure we provide tailored solutions to successfully execute our clients’ projects.
We believe that open communication is the key to fostering reliable and lasting relationships within our company and with those we conduct business with.
Key Responsibilities
The Ideal Candidate Will Be Able To:
- Provide structural design and drafting support
- Develop 3D models using Advanced Steel and integration into RISA\
- Prepare drawings for reinforced concrete and structural steel using Advanced Steel
- Analyze designs of structures, building envelope systems, and structural components while adhering to established guidelines and client specifications
- Interpreting complex drawings that incorporate interfacing civil, structural and architectural design requirements with piping, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
- Prepare material take-offs
- Reviewing and performing quality checks of project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation against project standards and specifications
- Provide input on tendering, contract administration, schedule, and budget to ensure projects are completed to specification
- Write and review technical reports, specifications, and construction specifications
- Collaborate with vendors, clients, and other key stakeholders
- Diploma in Structural Engineering Technology or equivalent from an accredited university or college
- 7+ years of progressive experience as a Structural Designer on Mining / Heavy Industrial Projects
- Familiar with greenfield and brownfield projects
- Experience in Structural, concrete, Platework design, plant layout with crushing, grinding, materials handling, flotation, CIL/CIP, slurry, pumping, slurry agitation, particle size classification and separation would be highly regarded
- Familiarity with structural BIM and analysis software like Revit, Advanced Steel and RISA is considered an asset
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice
Giffen is an open, welcoming, accepting, and positive space for all our employees and contractors. Here are some of the perks of working for us!
- Connect through monthly, continuous performance management meetings
- Encourage continual learning through courses and conferences
- Support professional designation certification
- Invest in our people through a variety of corporate programs
- Host company-wide social events
- Small, growing team
- Competitive compensation package including RRSP matching program
- Employee Health Spending Account
- Short + Long-Term Incentives
- Flexible Work-From-Home option
Location
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Department
Engineering
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
$110,000+
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Responsibilities
Provide structural design and drafting support, develop 3D models, prepare concrete and steel drawings, and analyze structures in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards. Review project documents, prepare material take-offs and technical reports, contribute to project planning and administration, and coordinate with clients, vendors, and other disciplines.
Requirements
Requires a diploma in Structural Engineering Technology or an equivalent qualification and at least seven years of progressive structural design experience on mining or heavy industrial projects. Candidates should have experience with greenfield and brownfield projects, knowledge of relevant industry codes, and familiarity with structural BIM and analysis tools such as Revit, Advanced Steel, and RISA is an asset.
Skills
- Structural Design
- Structural Drafting
- 3D Modeling
- Advanced Steel
- RISA
- Reinforced Concrete Design
- Structural Steel Design
- Structural Analysis
- Drawing Interpretation
- Material Take-Offs
- Quality Assurance
- Tendering
- Contract Administration
- Technical Report Writing
- Structural BIM
- Project Coordination
Benefits
- RRSP Matching Program
- Employee Health Spending Account
- Short- and Long-Term Incentives
- Flexible Work-From-Home Option
- Continual Learning Through Courses and Conferences
- Support for Professional Designation Certification
- Company-Wide Social Events
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Mining
- Heavy Industrial
- Structural Engineering Technology
- Structural Design
- Structural Drafting
- Advanced Steel
- RISA
- Revit
- Structural BIM
- 3D Modeling
- Reinforced Concrete
- Structural Steel
- Platework Design
- Plant Layout
- Greenfield Projects
- Brownfield Projects
- Crushing
- Grinding
- Materials Handling
- Flotation
- CIL/CIP
- Slurry Systems
- Pumping
- Structural Analysis
- Material Take-Offs
- Quality Checks
- Tendering
- Contract Administration
- Technical Reports
- Industry Standards