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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.

Reporting to the Structural Engineer, the Structural EIT/Designer is a member of the integrated project team that contributes structural engineering knowledge and analysis to the project during the design phase. The project mix varies with building and non‑building structures in collaboration with other business groups within HDR, including Architecture, Water, Resources, and Transportation Business Groups. A significant focus is on Data Centre projects. The role involves working on multiple projects with project sites in various locations and may include construction contract administration, site inspections, and condition assessments.

In the role of Structural EIT, we’ll count on you to:

Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications for structural engineering projects

Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures





Demonstrate experience in structural drafting of all phases of the construction documents, and create structural drawings in AutoCAD and Revit from engineering sketches and instructions

Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects

Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred

Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Structural Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT where offered by the provincial licensing body.

Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis (seismic)

Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Bluebeam

Strong skills with AI‑enhanced research and design process support

Strong communication and listening skills, self‑starter, and able to coordinate work with other team members effectively; ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments

Good organizational skills, confident curiosity, strong analytical judgment

Ability to rigorously audit, validate, and verify all AI‑generated outputs against core engineering fundamentals and regulations

Understanding of applicable design codes (Canada and USA) and specification requirements

A minimum of 2 years of experience in facility structural engineering design for concrete, steel, and masonry structures

Prior experience on heavy industrial projects like data centres is a plus

Experience in coding, programming,



and design automation to accelerate project workstreams

Experience using AI productivity tools to accelerate project workstreams, including technical writing, code and specification research, and performance simulation and modelling

Other Job Details

Compliance with HDR and, as applicable, contractor safety policies and procedures

Potential attendance at job sites to support design and construction activities

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar

Previous structural design experience (internship or full‑time work experience) is a plus

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location. The stated advantages are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles may receive limited benefits. The pay range for Toronto, ON is $73,000 – $99,000.

Primary Location: Canada‑Ontario‑Toronto
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Building Structural
Job Posting: Jun 22 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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📌 Structural EIT (Ontario)
🏢 HDR
📍 Ontario