Scaffold Engineer in Training (EIT)

Overview

About Us

Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We’re growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is simple: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.

As part of The Hazelwood Group, we offer the agility of a small team with the stability and backing of a larger organization. Learn more at matakanascaff.com and hazelwood.ca.

As an EIT, you’ll work alongside experienced Professional Engineers, gaining hands-on experience designing temporary works and scaffolding systems for a wide variety of commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across British Columbia. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise, develop practical engineering skills, and work toward your P.Eng. designation under professional mentorship. Engineers-in-Training typically perform engineering work under the supervision of a Professional Engineer while gaining the experience required for professional registration.

If you’re eager to solve real-world engineering challenges and make an impact on construction projects from concept to completion, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits of Employment – Why work at Matakana?

• Comprehensive group benefits
• RRSP matching
• Supportive, respectful, and forward-thinking leadership team that values employee input and ideas
• Strong team environment that encourages and supports continuous learning and career advancement
• Collaborative management structure that values employee input and ideas
• Friendly work environment where work/life balance is understood and valued
• Relocation allowance available, if applicable
  
  

Compensation

• $60,000 to 80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the design and analysis of scaffolding systems and temporary structures for construction projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, engineering reports, design details, and technical documentation under the guidance of Professional Engineers.
• Develop and revise AutoCAD drawings and design packages.
• Review existing scaffolding and temporary works to evaluate structural adequacy and loading conditions.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project teams to develop safe, practical, and efficient engineering solutions.
• Respond to technical inquiries and support project coordination throughout design and construction.
• Participate in site visits to observe construction activities, gather field information, and support engineering assessments.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable CSA standards, the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), WorkSafeBC requirements, and industry best practices. WorkSafeBC requires engineered scaffold designs in certain circumstances beyond prescriptive requirements.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC), or eligible for registration.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals, load paths, and construction principles.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with structural analysis software is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous co-op, internship, or construction experience is considered an asset.
  
  

Summation

Thank You For Considering a Career Opportunity With The Hazelwood Group. We Appreciate Your Interest In Joining Our Team. Before You Proceed With Your Application, Please Take Note Of The Following Important Points

• Application Submission: The submission of your resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Our hiring process is designed to identify the most qualified candidates who align with our organization’s needs.
• Minimum Requirements: We encourage qualified applicants to apply for our open positions. However, to be considered, you must meet the minimum requirements related to the skills and qualifications specified in the job posting.
• Legally Entitled to Work in Canada: Please be aware that you must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply for a position with The Hazelwood Group. Our organization does not possess a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support the hiring of foreign workers.
• Acknowledgment: We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants in pursuing career opportunities with The Hazelwood Group. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will receive a response to their application. We kindly request that you refrain from making on-site visits or phone inquiries regarding your application status. We will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for further consideration.
• Criminal Record Check: Some positions within our Group of Companies may require a criminal record check as part of the hiring process. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and accept this requirement.
  
  

We look forward to considering your application if you meet the qualifications for our current job openings. Your interest in our organization is valued, and we wish you success in your job search.

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