Juniper Structural Engineers is a close-knit consultancy in Nelson, BC delivering creative, high-quality structural engineering across residential, commercial, institutional, and municipal projects. We're a small, talented team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and genuine work-life balance, with world-class skiing, biking, and mountain culture right at our doorstep.

The Role:

We're looking for a senior structural engineer ready to lead complex projects and drive the technical direction of our firm. You'll serve as Engineer of Record across a broad range of projects, provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team, manage key client relationships, and play an active role in shaping how we grow and practice as a company.

Responsibilities:

Design & Technical Leadership

- Act as Engineer of Record for projects across residential, commercial, institutional, and municipal sectors
- Lead structural design from concept through construction administration
- Guide technical direction on timber, steel, and concrete design, including seismic considerations
- Conduct site visits and field reviews

Project & Client Management

- Manage scope, schedule, and budget on medium to large projects
- Build and maintain positive client relationships
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery

Team & Firm Growth

- Mentor junior engineers and BIM technicians
- Support business development and help shape firm culture and practice
- Contribute to internal standards, tools, and technical resources as the firm grows

Qualifications:





- 8-10 years in consulting structural engineering
- P.Eng. registered in BC
- Proficient in timber, steel, and concrete design
- Experience with the BC Building Code, NBCC, and permitting
- Experience with Cadwork, Rhino, Revit, Python, Grasshopper, and AI tools is an asset
- Proficient in RFEM, S-Concrete, ETABS, or similar; able to guide others
- Able to manage client relationships and lead project teams
- Seismic design experience preferred
- Mass timber and/or business development experience an asset
- Strong preference for in-office or Revelstoke and would consider a blended schedule for the right candidate

What We Offer:

- Salary based on experience - $100,000-$150,000
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Mentorship from experienced principals
- Flexible hours and work-life balance

Life in Nelson:

Nelson is consistently ranked among Canada's most liveable small cities. Set on the shores of Kootenay Lake and surrounded by mountains, Nelson pairs a walkable, heritage-rich downtown full of independent shops, cafes, and galleries with some of the best backcountry access in North America. World-class skiing at Whitewater, endless mountain biking trails, hot springs, climbing, and paddling are all minutes from the office. It's a place where a real commute is a five-minute walk and a real lunch break might mean a ride up the mountain.

Juniper Structural Engineers is an equal chance employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We evaluate all applicants based on merit and qualifications.

📌 Senior Structural Engineer (Nelson)
🏢 Juniper Structural Engineers
📍 Nelson