Overview Our client, an engineering firm specializing in renewable energy, water, and environmental solutions, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead analysis and design of concrete and steel structures for hydroelectric and water resource projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This role serves as a Project Manager or Technical Lead, overseeing multiple projects, deliverables, and client relationships. The position requires strong expertise in structural design, codes and standards, and modeling tools such as SAP2000, RISA-3D, and Revit.

Candidates must have 10+ years of experience, proven leadership of engineering teams, and the ability to support projects from design through construction. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and experience coordinating with clients, contractors, and regulatory processes are essential. This full-time position is open to candidates located in Peterborough, ON.

Pay range: $105,000 - $172,000 CAD DOE

Benefits Comprehensive Health Benefits

Flexible Work Culture

Annual Bonuses

Paid Personal Leave

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Responsibilities Lead structural engineering analysis and design for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resource projects

Perform analysis and design of concrete and steel structures in and around water environments

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including hydrology/hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical engineers

Serve as Project Manager or Technical Lead, overseeing project scope, schedule, and deliverables

Manage and mentor project teams, including junior and senior engineers, drafters, and project coordinators

Lead multiple projects concurrently, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely execution

Interface with clients and support long-term relationship development

Provide technical leadership across internal teams and guide engineering solutions from design through construction

Support field activities, including coordination with clients and contractors during planning and construction phases





Apply engineering problem-solving skills to complex structural challenges

Support regulatory and permitting coordination as needed

Mentor and develop junior staff and contribute to team growth

Requirements Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering concentration (BS, BSc, or BEng)

Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience

Experience with hydroelectric, fisheries, or water resource projects preferred

Experience with specialty areas such as seismic design or finite element modeling preferred

Strong knowledge of structural engineering codes and standards

Experience designing concrete and steel structures, particularly in water-related environments

Proficiency with structural modeling and design software (MathCAD, RISA-3D, SAP2000, AutoCAD, Revit)

Experience working in the field with clients and contractors during project execution

Robust problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated experience managing or leading multidisciplinary project teams

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience with regulatory and permitting processes preferred

Must be authorized to work in Canada and able to obtain authorization to work in the United States

Willingness to travel within Canada and to the United States as needed

Valid driver’s license required

Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.

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