Job Description

Junior Structural Designer

Ottawa, ON

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.


Are you ready to design your future?


Be our next

Junior Structural Designer

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Your Challenge

EXP is currently looking for a Junior Structural Designer to join our Central Canada Buildings group. This position will be based out of our Ottawa office, but the Designer will be working directly with our Structural team from our Markham office. There will be an opportunity for Hybrid working arrangements with time split between home and office. While there is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects the primary focus of this position is assist our design team on structural design for commercial, industrial and institutional projects.

Your Responsibilities

Assist with design of steel, concrete, timber and masonry structures Assist with analysis of existing structures for changes in loading or proposed alterations, and design reinforcing when required Prepare design sketches for drafting by others and assist with development and coordination of structural drawings and specifications Work with other senior and/or junior engineers collaboratively Participate in design meetings with owner, architect and other consultants Participate in construction site meetings Conduct site visits during construction to review work for general compliance to structural drawings and contract documents Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

The Skills and Knowledge You Bring

Degree in Structural Engineering from a recognized university P. Eng. Licence is an asset but not mandatory. Preferably 3 to 6 years' experience in structural engineering with a focus on structural analysis and design Experience with NBCC, CSA standards Field experience on construction sites, conducting general reviews for compliance with drawings and specifications, and writing site reports Experience with Etabs, SAFE, SAP and other similar Structural design software. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Team player with the proven ability to work independently with minimum direction Hard worker, who is eager and willing to assume responsibility Commitment and dedication to client service as well as technical excellence Demonstrated and effective communication skills and the ability to handle changing needs while working effectively with diverse groups Strategic thinker with the ability to determine what work is required and draw rational conclusions from all available information Valid driver's license is required

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address:

hrsupport@exp.com

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Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world's built and natural environments.


Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We're committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.


Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .