Structural Design Engineer (Existing Building Engineering)

Why RJC Kelowna Office?

You’re an emerging professional with a few years of career underway and now you’re looking to both build from where you are and to experience a different lifestyle. Welcome to RJC Engineers’ Kelowna office!

Working with us in the Kelowna office offers the unique opportunity to grow your career with a respected, employee-owned engineering firm while enjoying the Okanagan valley lifestyle. Kelowna is known for its opportunities to both work and play—you can leave the office and be on a mountain bike trail, ski slope, golf course, or lakeshore within minutes. With a thriving local culture, vineyards and wineries, and a strong sense of community, Kelowna provides you the professional growth and a rewarding career in an incredible location that affords a rich and rewarding quality of life. At RJC’s Kelowna office, you’ll be part of a collaborative team, working together to help the people we serve thrive, while living in a city that blends natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a relaxed pace of life.

Location: Kelowna Office - 1626 Richter Street, Suite 214, Kelowna BC V1Y 2M3

Start Date: Immediately

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 (Dependent on experience).

Candidate Profile

As a member of our building science & restoration team, you will apply your skills to solve problems in an existing building environment. Our work enhances resilient design, and promotes extending the service life of existing buildings, thereby reducing embodied carbon in our built environment. Your success will be built on forging relationships with clients and staff alike; demonstrating responsiveness through situational awareness; technical excellence based on creative thinking, while remaining practical; and leveraging the knowledge around you and the experience you bring to the table.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work closely with Project Engineers within the project team environment, through the life cycle of a project from conceptual and preliminary stages of the design through to completion.
• Engage in site investigation, evaluation of existing buildings, preparation of reports and studies
• Structural engineering of existing building components including architectural features, building equipment, and building enclosure components.
• Structural analysis of existing building structure for revised loading conditions, and seismic upgrade situations.
• Coordinate with other engineering and architectural disciplines to facilitate projects as prime consultant. This includes assisting the client in developing construction strategies for repair/upgrade work
• Contract administration/construction review of the work you design
• Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis, including basic project costing
• Follow quality control procedures established by the practice

Professional Qualifications & Experience

EDUCATION

• Degree in civil engineering from accredited university with courses that include structural engineering design and analysis
• Registered or eligible as P.Eng with EGBC

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years previous experience in structural engineering or construction
• Experience in a consulting firm environment

SKILLS

• Inquisitive, clear thinker who can determine what work is required and who can draw rational conclusions from information available
• Demonstrated and effective communication skills – both written and verbal
• Team player with ability to work as part of a group or independently
• Strong time management skills to successfully balance working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Fast learner with a desire to grow professionally and personally
• Hard worker, ready to assume responsibility quickly and have fun at the same time
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License

Are you someone who exhibits our core attributes?

• Creative Mindset - provide new and diverse ideas
• Proactive Approach - take initiative and seek opportunities for growth
• Supportive Teamwork - promote an inclusive and respectful work environment and culture
• Trusted Advice - demonstrate integrity
• Lead With Purpose - empower, develop and support others to reach their full potential

What can we offer you?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Investing in your future, opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP)