Structural Designer, Senior

 Requisition ID: 97043 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Earth Sciences and Engineering specializes in site planning, spatial information and digital terrain modeling, surface and subsurface investigations, rock mechanics, underground structures, geotechnical laboratory services, flood forecasting and water resource management through our geotechnical, hydrotechnical, and civil site development expertise.

Hatch helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors. 

We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!  

Summary

At Hatch, the Senior Structural Designer is part of an engineering team providing engineering services to large and small projects. The role is responsible for the production of structural 3D models and 2D drawings in accordance with project requirements under the supervision of the Lead Structural Designer. The successful candidate will participate in a wide range of projects covering structures such as building foundations, equipment foundations, building steel framing, and designs of various other structures for mining and industrial plants. Activities include structural steel and concrete modeling and drafting for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Assist the Lead Structural Designer with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, quantities, cost and schedule.
• Carry out the preparation of contract drawings, record keeping and other statistical work.
• Produce and maintain technical and engineering drawings using 2D and 3D CAD software as required.
• Perform conceptual layout work.
• Develop design details.
• Check drawings prior to release in order to ensure scope objectives and quality requirements are achieved.
• Ensure coordination with designers and engineers within the discipline and with other disciplines.
• Supervise and delegate duties to junior and intermediate designer/drafters as needed and follow-up to ensure completion of activities.
• Perform clash detection of models with other discipline models.
• Participation in formal engineering review processes.
• Verify onsite condition and dimensions relating to existing facilities.
• Incorporate safety in design.

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced College diploma specializing in civil/structural design.
• Minimum of 12 years of structural design experience.
• Proficient in the use of 2D and 3D structural design/drawing software packages, including at least 2 years working experience with Bentley MicroStation software or Smartplant 3D software.
• Capable of estimating and scope development for projects.
• Demonstrated ability to complete jobs through all phases, from conception through close-out.
• Assist department supervisor and engineers with various department planning tasks as required.
• Knowledge of industry or regulatory standards, regulations and codes pertinent to structural design in Ontario.
• Experience with both small, focused scope projects as well as large, multi-disciplinary engineering project environments.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to develop personal networks.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work tasks.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.