Senior Structural Designer, Mining
St. John’s, Newfoundland
At EXP, we know that great experiences start with the right people. We believe that work should be challenging, and the challenge should be fun. We also believe that exponential possibilities are more likely to occur with a respectful, satisfying and empowering company. We value and respect our employees - their experience and expertise as well as their energy, passion and diversity - and their innovative approach to work and to life.
Be our next Senior Structural Designer, Mining
Your work environment at EXP
EXP is looking for a Senior Structural Designer to join our Mining Team in St. John’s, Newfoundland. The Senior Structural Designer will be part of an engineering team providing engineering services to our Mining Clients. You’ll be participating in a wide range of projects covering structural steel and concrete foundations. Activities include 3 D modeling and 2 D drawings for both FEL studies and the detailed engineering phase of multi-discipline small, medium and large projects.
What a day at EXP has in store for you
Producing aspects of structural design and drawings in Micro Station and Auto CAD
Assist the Director of Engineering, Structural Engineers and EITs with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
Undertake the detailed working drawings of steel, concrete and site plans
Prepare conceptual layout drawings and develop construction details
Participate in discipline drawing review process and multi-disciplinary drawing reviews
Assist in the preparation of technical specs, reports and sketches
Supervise and mentor junior designers and EITs in the preparation of drawings
Perform Project Management and Construction Supervision tasks as required
Site visits to get measurements and related information as required




Ensure all assigned projects are carried out and delivered on budget and schedule
Participate and assist in proposal preparations
Work to ensure the implementation of safety and integrity principles in structural documentation
Become familiar with EXP standards
What your experience looks like
Minimum 10+ years Structural Design experience in mining or industrial projects
Organized, self-motivated, pro-active, detail-oriented and have valuable communication skills
Extensive Structural Steel and Reinforced Concrete 3 D and 2 D structural modeling and drawing software experience
Auto CAD, Micro Station experience required
Civil 3 D and Revit experience an asset
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
BIM 360, Bluebeam and Navisworks experience preferred
Good knowledge of mining industry standards, codes and guidelines
Knowledge of mining-related processes a definite asset
Experience on large multi-disciplinary EPCM projects preferred
Ability to function with minimal supervision
Experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
Ability to delegate tasks and effectively supervise others
Must be a team player and can work collaboratively with others Excellent problem-solving skills and critical-thinking
This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.
The salary range for this role is between $90 K - $120 K. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.
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