Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Structural Engineer to join our Minerals and Metals Business line in the Burlington office to be part of a large mining project in North America

About the role:

• Lead development of structural designs -, calculations, specifications, and construction documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and industry standards.
• Review and or write technically detailed specifications -, design criteria, scopes of work, and material take-off lists to facilitate project execution.
• Review and authorize critical structural design documents, vendor supplier drawings and data, material specifications for structural integrity applicable, drawings, change orders, and bid summaries pertinent to assigned projects.
• Create and verify complex structural engineering deliverables, including steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assess the appropriate application of various structural materials, such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete, to guarantee that the selected materials meet load and stress requirements effectively.
• Supervise and lead the design of structures, leveraging advanced knowledge in structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering principles.
• Act in client facing role to lead and coordinate the activities of a project team to ensure time and budget objectives are achieved.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, project management, construction teams, and clients to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, constructability reviews, and site inspections as required.
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets and support project reporting and progress tracking.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and drafters within the team by providing on-the-job training for their professional development

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering; Master’s degree is an asset.
• Professional certification (P.Eng)
• 10 to 13 + years of structural engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a lead or senior role on mining / metals or oil / gas industrial projects.
• Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization, resolves a wide range of complex issues in creative and effective ways
• Extensive knowledge of applicable structural codes and standards (e.g., ACI, ASCE, AISC, API, ISO, Eurocode, etc.).
• Proficiency in structural analysis and modeling software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, SAFE, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge in 3D modeling review (Navisworks). Knowledge of building information modeling (BIM) (e.g. Revit, etc.) and steel detailing (e.g. Tekla, etc.) is an asset. 
• Strong understanding of steel and concrete design for heavy industrial structures, including foundations, process facilities, and equipment support.
• Proven ability to manage teams, interface with clients, and deliver high-quality engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package, we offer: 

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution. 

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.