Residential Structural Engineer (P.Eng) – Intermediate or Senior$100,000 – $130,000/yearEIT's are welcome and encouraged to apply!About UsEdmonton Structural Engineers is a residential structural engineering firm serving homeowners, contractors, builders, and renovation professionals throughout Edmonton and surrounding communities.We specialize in structural engineering for homes, including renovations, additions, structural modifications, inspections, and permit-ready engineering drawings.Our typical projects include:Load-bearing wall removalsBeam and column designFoundation inspections and repairsStructural assessmentsHome additions and renovationsBasement developments and modificationsDecks, balconies, and pergolasResidential framingRetaining wallsScrew pile foundationsStructural damage assessmentsResidential permit drawingsExisting home modificationsOur goal is to provide homeowners and contractors with practical, understandable, and code-compliant engineering solutions that can be efficiently constructed and permitted.We are a small firm built around professionalism, independence, and work-life balance. We are looking for a self-motivated Professional Engineer who has strong residential structural engineering experience and is comfortable managing projects from the initial site visit through calculations, drawings, and final engineering deliverables.The RoleThis is a full-time hybrid position based in the Greater Edmonton Area.The successful candidate will work primarily from a home office while completing residential site inspections throughout Edmonton and surrounding communities.This is a hands‐on residential engineering position. You will regularly visit homes, assess existing structures, complete structural calculations, develop practical solutions, and prepare the engineering documentation required for renovations, repairs, and permit applications.Applicants must be available Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.M.



to 5:00 p.M.A valid driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle are required for site visits.Compensation$100,000 – $130,000 per year, commensurate with experienceResponsibilitiesPerform structural analysis and detailed calculations for residential projectsConduct residential structural inspections throughout Edmonton and surrounding communitiesAssess existing homes and identify practical solutions to structural issuesComplete structural engineering for home renovations and additionsDesign structural modifications for load‐bearing wall removalsSize residential beams, columns, posts, headers, lintels, and supporting elementsDesign wood, steel, and concrete structural componentsReview and design floor, roof, and wall framing modificationsComplete foundation inspections and structural assessmentsDesign foundation repairs and modificationsEvaluate cracking, settlement, movement, and other residential structural concernsComplete structural engineering for decks, balconies, pergolas, and similar residential structuresDesign retaining wallsComplete screw pile design, installation verification, and conformance reviews (training provided where required)Prepare and review permit‐ready structural drawings using CAD softwarePrepare engineering letters, reports, calculations,



and supporting documentationReview construction for general conformance with engineering drawings and recommendationsEnsure designs comply with applicable Alberta building codes and Canadian structural design standardsWork directly with homeowners to explain structural issues and recommended solutionsCollaborate with residential contractors, renovators, designers, architects, and buildersManage assigned residential projects from initial inspection through final deliverablesRespond to contractor and client questions during constructionComplete miscellaneous residential structural engineering tasks as requiredQualificationsActive Skilled Engineer (P.Eng) registration in Alberta or eligibility to obtain registration with APEGAMust reside in the Greater Edmonton Area3–10 years of structural engineering experienceBachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized Canadian universityPrevious residential structural engineering experience is strongly preferredExperience inspecting and evaluating existing residential structuresExperience with residential renovations, additions, and structural modificationsStrong knowledge of wood‐frame residential constructionExperience designing wood, steel, and concrete structural componentsExperience with load‐bearing wall removals, beam sizing, and residential framing modificationsExperience assessing residential foundations and structural concernsStrong understanding of structural analysis and engineering calculationsProficiency with CAD software and structural engineering toolsFamiliarity with applicable Alberta building code requirements and Canadian design standardsAbility to develop practical engineering solutions that contractors can efficiently constructComfortable communicating directly with homeowners and explaining technical issues in straightforward termsStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAbility to work independently and manage multiple residential projects simultaneouslyExperience with screw piles or residential foundation systems is an assetValid driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle

📌 Residential Structural Engineer (Edmonton)
🏢 Edmonton Structural Engineers
📍 Edmonton